Sake and sakura. Cherry blossom and Japan's traditional tipple make for a heady combination, wherever you put them together.
One of the best parties this year is likely to be in the heart of Tokyo's Roppongi district, at the upcoming Craft Sake Week.
Over 10 days from April 7 to 16, a total of 100 artisan sake producers from around Japan will gather to serve some of their best brews to thirsty city dwellers. There will be food and music, too, plus guaranteed cherry blossoms, thanks to an "installation" curated by Sou Fujimoto, one of Japan's top young architects.