Japan aligns its entire national calendar with the blooming of cherry blossoms
Japan's national fiscal and academic calendars are synchronized with the blooming of cherry blossoms, turning a natural phenomenon into a structural foundation for the country's social and economic life.
Since the Meiji reforms of 1873, Japan has aligned its fiscal year with the April arrival of the sakura season. This synchronization ensures that 1.2 million students begin their education exactly when the cherry blossoms reach peak bloom. The timing is a deliberate choice to symbolize renewal and the fleeting nature of life.
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