Japan is home to many different kinds of plants. Each one is both a little different and similar to the other. Regardless, they are all at home near each other, creating an ecosystem and thriving together. Many of these plants or trees cannot be found in America naturally. These plants may create the most stunning views, tempting tourists to travel across the globe to see them. In this field note, we'll cover Japan's nature!
The plants I'll focus on today will be something you all might know: ginkgo trees. Known for their very virbant colors during the fall season of Japan, September to November, these trees attract many tourists! Many Japanese families go on outings together to 'tree gaze' and sit in parks with these beautiful views. Friends, families, and members of the community go out to enjoy these vibrant yellows on the branches.
These ginkgo trees garner much attention. In fact, there's a chart every year that shows when each region of Japan will get to experience the perfect colored leaves of the year. The Autumn Foliage Forecast records the primary times for Japanese maple trees (red) and ginkgo trees (yellow) to be their brightest. One of my Japanese friends went on a date during this time!
