The poet compares the cherry tree with white blooms to a young woman dressed in a white Easter dress. A white garment may historically represent marriage and rebirth, much as cherry blossoms signal spring, mating, and new life. It is possible that the poet intended for readers to connect the cherry tree with the young woman based on these similarities. In Japan, it is traditional for couples to wear white during their wedding ceremony and reception. This tradition dates back hundreds of years and is believed to have magical powers to make the couple happy together forever. Cherry trees are known for their beautiful blossoms which usually appear around early March in Tokyo. White flowers are a symbol of innocence and purity and they reflect the character of the tree itself which grows rapidly but dies after blooming for only one season. In Japan, there is a famous poem called "Sakura" (cherry blossom) by Basho. In this poem, he describes how a cherry tree in bloom reminds him of a young woman. He goes on to say that when the flower fades away, so do any hopes he had for their relationship. In conclusion, the poet was probably thinking about the historical significance of white garments and cherry trees when he wrote this poem.