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Agency axes cherry blossom forecast

The Meteorological Agency said Dec. 25 it will scrap its annual cherry blossom forecast, in place for more than half a century, citing similar private-sector services and the need for it to focus more on other services. Starting in 1955, the agency released weekly forecasts on flowering dates from March to April for areas across Japan except the Okinawa and Amami areas, based on observation of sample someiyoshino trees, and other data. (Kyodo News)

Shukan ST: January 15, 2010

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National News Agency axes cherry blossom forecast The Meteorological Agency said Dec. 25 it will scrap its annual cherry blossom forecast, in place for more than half a century, citing similar private-sector services and the need for it to focus more on other services. Starting in 1955, the agency released weekly forecasts on flowering dates from March to April for areas across Japan except the Okinawa and Amami areas, based on observation of sample someiyoshino trees, and other data. (Kyodo News) Shukan ST: January 15, 2010 (C) All rights reserved