Translation guide
In Japanese, 'late spring' is most commonly expressed as 晩春 (banshun), but the specific term used can depend on context, such as whether you're referring to the season in general, a specific month, or using a poetic expression.
Standard word for late spring, used in both spoken and written contexts.
In late spring, the cherry blossoms begin to fall.
Literally 'the end of spring', a more descriptive phrase that is easily understood.
I plan to move at the end of spring.
A literary term for late spring, rarely used in everyday conversation.
In this late spring season, how is everyone doing?
Referring to late spring by the month, which is often more natural in conversation.
Using a traditional season word for haiku or poetic contexts.
A kigo (season word) for late spring, literally 'departing spring', used in haiku and poetry.
Departing spring—birds cry, and in the eyes of fish are tears. (Basho)
In casual conversation, Japanese speakers often refer to seasons by month (e.g., 五月 for late spring) rather than using seasonal terms like 晩春, which can sound formal or literary.
I'm going on a trip during the May holidays.