A brief hanami history

How did the celebration of the cherry blossoms begin? What did they signify through time? What does Sakura actually mean? And most importantly, what's for lunch? This article tells all, down to the traditional menu for a hanami party picnic.

It's Waka Fest here at The Reiki Digest, a month-long celebration of both waka and cherry blossom season. To submit your waka or cherry blossom inspited art, send it in an email to waka @ thereikidigest.com.