Wagashi with Japanese Apricot Motif in the Tea Ceremony

As the harsh winter chill begins to ease, Japanese plum blossoms, or ume, come into bloom.

The first to announce the arrival of spring, they’re a cherished motif for wagashi confectionery served at tea ceremonies.

See “Wagashi with Japanese Apricot Motif in the Tea Ceremony,” HIGHLIGHTING Japan, January 2026.