Daily Life, Travels and Events in Reiwa

March 30, 2026: Had breakfast at the Starbucks in Hattori Ryokuchi Park, right next to my home in Osaka. The cherry blossoms were already close to full bloom and absolutely beautiful. As I grow older, I feel myself becoming more and more captivated by their beauty.

March 29, 2026:  On my way back from going out for lunch on Sunday, I stopped by Minami-Senri Park and found many people enjoying the cherry blossoms in the beautiful grove.

March 21, 2026: On a bright and sunny Saturday, I had lunch at a Starbucks in a nearby park. The area was lively with numerous vendor stalls and a large crowd, filled with the cheerful sounds of children playing. The warm sunshine made the day feel like spring had finally arrived. By Sunday evening, the once lively stalls were gone, and the children were heading home, leaving the park suddenly wrapped in a quiet stillness. My daughters also used to play in this park when they were little. This is Hattori Ryokuchi Park, a major sports and recreation hub in northern Osaka. It features a wide range of facilities, including an urban greening botanical garden, an outdoor music hall, a Japanese folk house museum, a horseback riding center, and a swimming pool. < May 6, 2000: Hattori Ryokuchi Park > < December 2, 2000: Hattori Ryokuchi Park >