sakura vinegar is a type of Japanese vinegar that is made by adding sakura cherry blossom (also known as Japanese cherry blossom) to rice vinegar. it has a slightly sweet and aromatic flavour, and is often used in Japanese cooking to add flavour and aroma to dishes, such as marinades, sauces, soups and dressings. sakura vinegar is also often used in the preparation of desserts and sweets in Japan. It is popular for its light, delicate flavour, and for its pale pink colour, which is obtained by adding sakura cherry blossom to the vinegar.