Types of Sakura

Sakura, means cherry blossom, is recognised as the most famous flower represented of Japan. The begin of blossomming of sakura denotes a moving of winter season toward spring season. Sakura blossomming all over Japan during the spring. Although it is also a starting period of raining season and the rain may be unexpected falling down. Many people still make their plan or organize their picnic to enjoy seeing Sakura. Oji Koen is one of the most popular zoo and genden for Sakura, however, Sumaura Koen which is a beach garden is chosen for this year trip.
The first picture is the most well-known type of Sakura which is called Someiyoshino. If noticeably observed, it is not pure white color, it is rather a soft pink and its branches are red. Please notice the differences of these two pictures. Unfortunately, I was neglect to record and remember the name of the second picture..., :D