A sign of spring - Kawazu sakura (河津桜)

Spring is finally arriving... as shown by the blooming of the kawazu sakura (河津桜), a type of cherry blossom that blooms slightly earlier than the rest.

We went to Miura a few days ago to enjoy a view of the blooming flowers. There were kawazu sakura trees lining the railway tracks.

And as we walked along the tracks, we got to enjoy a great view of the blooming cherry blossom, as well as other flowers. Spring is indeed here (or almost here... it is still cold).

Even the birds are out, frolicking amongst the flowers.

And hiding amongst the reeds.

The kites are out hunting for food too.