Cherry blossom picnics cost more due to inflation.
Cherry blossom season in Japan is seeing more picnics. But, people are not going because of high prices. Inflation is making it too expensive to enjoy the tradition.
The cherry blossom season is a popular time for picnics in Japan. Usually, many people enjoy spending time under the trees. However, Japan is experiencing very high inflation, the highest in 30 years. This means the cost of things like food and drinks for picnics has gone up. Because of this, many Japanese people are choosing to skip the picnics.
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Highlights
Picnics Increase in Japan
Cherry blossom season is leading to more picnics in Japan.
Inflation Causes Skipping
Rising inflation is making people skip cherry blossom picnics.
Highest Inflation in 30 Years
Japan is seeing the highest inflation in 30 years.
Cost of Picnics Rising
The cost of enjoying picnics has increased greatly.
Traditional Celebrations Affected
Springtime celebrations are being affected by the rising costs.