About 360 cherry trees are in full bloom at a park in Kyiv. The Ukrainian capital and Kyoto in western Japan became sister cities more than 50 years ago.
The park had been partially closed because of Russia's invasion, but it fully reopened this year.
One college student said the blossoms are wonderful, and that she hopes Ukraine will bloom in the future.
A woman who was visiting with her child said the flowers lift her spirits and offer some respite from all the bad news.
She added that she prays peace will have returned to Ukraine when she visits the park again next year.
The park had been partially closed because of Russia's invasion, but it fully reopened this year.
One college student said the blossoms are wonderful, and that she hopes Ukraine will bloom in the future.
A woman who was visiting with her child said the flowers lift her spirits and offer some respite from all the bad news.
She added that she prays peace will have returned to Ukraine when she visits the park again next year.
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Summary
360 cherry trees bloom in Kyiv's park, symbolizing the sister city bond with Kyoto. The park reopened fully this year after partial closure due to Russia's invasion. A student and a visitor express hope for Ukraine's future prosperity and peace, finding solace in the blooming flowers amidst current
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ID: 24276f93-dab8-4d1f-95d2-f997d3dd76c7
Category ID: nhk
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20240413_02/
Date: April 13, 2024
Created: 2024/04/13 06:30
Updated: 2025/12/08 15:16
Last Read: 2024/04/13 13:46