The Japan Times
Cherry leaves, and to a lesser extent the flowers, contain coumarin, a chemical compound that accounts for their distinctive sweet cherry aroma. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2024/03/23/food-drink/washoku-cherry-blossom-rice-balls/ #life #fooddrink #cherryblossom #sakura #riceball #onigiri
Cherry blossoms are just as beautiful on a plate as a branch

With Tokyo’s cherry blossom season imminent, the tree takes center stage as in sweet and savory dishes alike.

The Japan Times
Mar 23, 2024 at 12:38amBuffer