An annual cherry blossom viewing event, held for more than 130 years to herald the arrival of spring, began Tuesday in western Japan.The seasonal event at the Japan Mint Head Office in Osaka's Kita Ward attracted some 700,000 visitors last year, with around 650,000 expected this year.The best time to enjoy the cherry blossoms will be the coming weekend, before the event ends next Monday, according to the governmental agency responsible for the supply of Japan's coins.Despite wind, rain and cold temperatures, many visitors gazed at the trees coated in bright pink and snapped photos of them a…READ FULL ARTICLE
