Experience Spring in Japan: Sakura (Cherry Blossoms)
In Japan, April is the month of new beginnings and the breathtaking blooming of Sakura (cherry blossoms). This coloring calendar allows you to enjoy this beautiful season while organizing your month!
Learn Japanese with this Calendar
This calendar is a perfect tool for Japanese language learners. You can practice reading essential Kanji used in daily life:
- 四月 (Shigatsu): April. “Shi” means four, and “Gatsu” means month.
- 日 (Nichiyōbi) to 土 (Doyōbi): Learn the days of the week, which are named after elements like the Sun (日), Moon (月), Fire (火), Water (水), Wood (木), Gold/Metal (金), and Earth (土).
Cultural Insight: O-hanami
Did you know that Japanese people have a custom called “O-hanami”? It literally means “flower viewing.” Families and friends gather under the Sakura trees for picnics to appreciate the fleeting beauty of the blossoms. As you color these flowers, imagine the warm spring breeze in a Japanese park!
How to use this page
This PDF is optimized for A4 printing. Use soft pinks and whites for the petals, and light brown for the branches to create a realistic Japanese cherry blossom look.