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Hanami Blossom Day at Brogdale

Kent, 13 April

In Faversham this April, Brogdale Farm, home of the National Fruit Collection, will host a celebration of cherry blossom and Japanese culture. will give a talk about her book, and there’ll be orchard tours with Brogdale’s experts, plus Japanese cultural activities and workshops.

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