Mar 5, 2016

How to celebrate Hanami (Sakura viewing) in an authentic Japanese style?

Its the Hanami celebration time in Japan. Most of the foreigners do not have the experience of Hanami in their country as in Japan. Here is some tips to celebrate the hanami:

1. Drink together starting with Kampai.

2. Eating and sharing thoughts together by sitting on floor.

3. Talk about the sakura and praise the beauty.

4. Enjoy talking more than the food!

5. BBQ during hanami is also a way to celebrate during evening with light.

6. Use one time cup, plate and chop stick during hanami.

7. Enjoy flower, drink and food at the same time slowly.

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