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A small, round fruit with a pit, typically red or black when ripe, and a sweet or sour taste, produced by the cherry tree (genus Prunus). Cherries are often used in desserts, jams, and beverages.
Cherries, especially tart varieties, contain melatonin, a hormone that helps regulate the sleep-wake cycle. Drinking cherry juice or eating fresh cherries in the evening may improve sleep quality and help you fall asleep more easily.
Cherry pits contain a small amount of amygdalin, which can release cyanide when ingested in large quantities. Eating the fruit is completely safe, but swallowing or crushing the pits can be harmful. This fascinating fact shows that even the sweetest fruits can carry hidden surprises.
While cherry trees can live for over 100 years, their prime fruit-bearing years are much shorter, usually between 7 and 20 years. Despite this, some historic cherry trees continue to bloom beautifully for decades, becoming symbols of resilience and tradition.
Sakura, the cherry blossom, unfurls in silence, a delicate brushstroke on the canvas of spring. Its petals, soft as dreams, float in the breeze, fragile and fleeting, embodying the beauty of impermanence. Beneath its branches, time slows, and for a moment, the world holds its breath, as if knowing this beauty cannot last.
In the quiet moments of bloom, sakura speaks of life’s transient nature. It reminds us that all things—love, youth, joy—are as fleeting as the petals that fall, scattered in the wind. Yet in that brief, luminous moment, there is purity, a grace that transcends time, leaving an indelible mark on our hearts.
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Cherry trees are not only beautiful—they are living symbols of culture, history, and the fleeting beauty of life. Many cherry orchards in Japan face challenges from climate change, urban development, and aging trees.
You can help preserve these iconic trees by joining a financial support program dedicated to planting, maintaining, and protecting cherry trees. Every contribution helps ensure that future generations can enjoy the delicate beauty of sakura and cherries.
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