What reminds you of your nationality?

Spring has come to Australia.

But i dont feel it's Spring - it's like Summer.
It has been over 30 degree in the day time recently.
But when I jogging in the evening, it isn't hot and we can feel a comfortable wind.

When I felt the wind for the first time, it reminded me of Sakura (Cherry blossoms).
And I thought I want to have a Hanami Party.

I don't know why, but when it's Sakura season, all Japanese seem to be very happy.
Maybe it's like X'mas for Christians?

We often check the weather forecast to know how long Sakura will last.
Also we sometimes finish work early and go to the place where we can see Sakura.
We buy drinks and bring food for each other.
Everybody chats, laughs and sings.

When we are tired, we have a nap under the Sakura tree.

It's not cold but not very warm.
We can smell sweet and fresh scent from Sakura.


I remembered everything about Sakura once I felt the spring wind here in Australia.

I haven't seen Sakura for 7 years though.

And I am aware Japanese are Japanese even when we are away from Japan.

What reminds you of your nationality?