Cherry Blossom Spots in Kyoto
Kyoto is one of the best cherry blossom viewing cities in Japan. The cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto can be said to be a national event. The large-scale Kyoto cherry blossom at the end of March to early April is really beautiful. A large number of Japanese and foreign tourists come to Kyoto to see the cherry blossoms. In addition to cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto during the day, compared to other Japanese cities, there is also a night cherry blossom viewing event. At night, you can see the cherry blossom illuminated by the lights as another kind of scenery. What are the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto? Below we introduce some of the popular cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto. If you come to Kyoto during the cherry blossom season, you can go to these places to enjoy different views of the cherry blossom.
1) Arashiyama
When it comes to Lanshan Park, everyone is no stranger. Whether it is viewing the maples or cherry blossoms, Lanshan Park must be on the list. Because there are many well-known sightseeing spots around Arayshiyama, it always attracts a large number of visitors to see the cherry blossoms every year. Compared to the daytime, Arashiyama at night has a touch of glamour and mystery. The night lighting activities are held in Nakanoshima Park every year.
Address: Arayshiayama Genrokuzancho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto
2) Randen Cherry Blossom Tunnel
Located in Kyoto's Randen Kitano Line, there is a 200-meter distance between the Narutaki Station and Utano Station. There are about 70 90-year old cherry trees planted on both sides of the track. Every spring, when the cherry blossoms fully bloom it turns the tunnel and route into a line of pale pink cherry blossoms. This is a famous cherry blossom tunnel that attracts many tourists and photography enthusiasts every year. There are many postcards and cherry blossom photos that are taken here. Whether inside or outside the tunnel, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery with cherry blossoms.
Address: Randen Kitano Line, between Utano Station and Narutaki Station, Kyoto
3) Nijo Castle
The main reason why Nijo Castle became a cherry blossom visiting site is because of its night view of the cherry blossoms. The cherry blossoms during the day are already exhilarating and the twilight is the most fascinating times in Nijo Castle. The city's lights light each pink petal as if it is framed by a circle of shadowy Phnom Penh, with the deep blue sky as the background, creating a romantic mystery. You should not miss seeing the Yae Sakura, who is called the King of Sakura in Ninomaru Garden.
Address: 541 Nijojocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto
4) Keage Incline
This is the cherry blossom railway that Conan and Hattori walked together in Detective Conan. Although it has been abolished, the cherry trees on both sides are now a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing. The gray stone road of the old railway is contrasted with pink cherry blossoms, which creates a unique image. Locals and tourists especially enjoy strolling, picnicking, and taking pictures in the area.
Address: 339 Higashikomonozacho, Higashiyama District, Kyoto
5) Tetsugaku No Michi
Tetsugaku No Michi is a river trail in Sakyo-ku, Kyoto that connects Ginkakuji and Nanzenji. It is named after the philosopher Kitaro Nishidia, who used to come here to walk and think about the philosophy of life. The path along both sides of the canal is full of cherry blossoms, as it is recommended as one of the most romantic walking paths and best spots for cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto.
Address: Shishigatani Honenin Nishimachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
6) Kiyomizu-dera
Kiyomizu-dera was listed in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1994; it is the oldest temple in Kyoto and a must-see for tourists. The cherry blossom season is most famous here and is very popular. The clear water stage surrounded by the cherry blossoms is the most anticipated scenery for tourists.
Address: 294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto
7) Daigoji Temple
Daigoji Temple is both a world cultural heritage and one of Japan's top 100 cherry blossom sites. Daigoji Temple is best known as the Chrysanthemum Sakura, which is characterized by its slenderness and downward dangle, wind-swept posture, making it the most elegant and graceful dancer in the cherry blossoms.
Address: 22 Daigohigashiojicho, Fushima Ward, Kyoto
8) Fushimi-Jikkokubune Boat Cruise
If you feel that it is boring to walk every time you enjoy cherry blossoms and want to admire the cherry blossoms in another way, here you can sail by boat to admire the beautiful cherry blossoms on the shore.
Address: 247 Minamihei-cho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto
9) Heian Shrine
Heian Shrine is also one of the cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto. In addition to the iconic bright red torri gate at the entrance, you can also visit the shrine. The scenery of the garden during the pink cherry blossom makeup is stunning, as the beauty can't be ignored. In addition to the Heian Jingu Shrine, there is the opening of the Nanshin-en Garden to watch the night cherry blossoms and there will be concerts held in the Dong-shin-en Garden.
Address: Okazaki Nishitennocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto
10) Hirano Shrine
The cherry blossoms in Hirano Shrine are densely blooming. There are dozens of precious cherry blossoms in the shrine, about 500 of which are many, ranking first in Kyoto. They are called the Yoshino Cherry Blossoms, looking up, you can see the bloomed cherry blossoms. In addition to the well-known cherry blossom tunnel, Hirano Shrine also features a Japanese-style rooftop. Many street vendors are opened here. After buying food, you can sit on the rooftop to chat, drink, and eat your food. Cherry blossom festivals are held around April 10th every year, and there are lively festival parades and cherry blossom viewings at night.
Address: 1 Hirano Miyamotocho, Kita Ward, Kyoto
Kyoto is one of the best cherry blossom viewing cities in Japan. The cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto can be said to be a national event. The large-scale Kyoto cherry blossom at the end of March to early April is really beautiful. A large number of Japanese and foreign tourists come to Kyoto to see the cherry blossoms. In addition to cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto during the day, compared to other Japanese cities, there is also a night cherry blossom viewing event. At night, you can see the cherry blossom illuminated by the lights as another kind of scenery. What are the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto? Below we introduce some of the popular cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto. If you come to Kyoto during the cherry blossom season, you can go to these places to enjoy different views of the cherry blossom.
1) Arashiyama
When it comes to Lanshan Park, everyone is no stranger. Whether it is viewing the maples or cherry blossoms, Lanshan Park must be on the list. Because there are many well-known sightseeing spots around Arayshiyama, it always attracts a large number of visitors to see the cherry blossoms every year. Compared to the daytime, Arashiyama at night has a touch of glamour and mystery. The night lighting activities are held in Nakanoshima Park every year.
Address: Arayshiayama Genrokuzancho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto
2) Randen Cherry Blossom Tunnel
Located in Kyoto's Randen Kitano Line, there is a 200-meter distance between the Narutaki Station and Utano Station. There are about 70 90-year old cherry trees planted on both sides of the track. Every spring, when the cherry blossoms fully bloom it turns the tunnel and route into a line of pale pink cherry blossoms. This is a famous cherry blossom tunnel that attracts many tourists and photography enthusiasts every year. There are many postcards and cherry blossom photos that are taken here. Whether inside or outside the tunnel, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery with cherry blossoms.
Address: Randen Kitano Line, between Utano Station and Narutaki Station, Kyoto
3) Nijo Castle
The main reason why Nijo Castle became a cherry blossom visiting site is because of its night view of the cherry blossoms. The cherry blossoms during the day are already exhilarating and the twilight is the most fascinating times in Nijo Castle. The city's lights light each pink petal as if it is framed by a circle of shadowy Phnom Penh, with the deep blue sky as the background, creating a romantic mystery. You should not miss seeing the Yae Sakura, who is called the King of Sakura in Ninomaru Garden.
Address: 541 Nijojocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto
4) Keage Incline
This is the cherry blossom railway that Conan and Hattori walked together in Detective Conan. Although it has been abolished, the cherry trees on both sides are now a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing. The gray stone road of the old railway is contrasted with pink cherry blossoms, which creates a unique image. Locals and tourists especially enjoy strolling, picnicking, and taking pictures in the area.
Address: 339 Higashikomonozacho, Higashiyama District, Kyoto
5) Tetsugaku No Michi
Tetsugaku No Michi is a river trail in Sakyo-ku, Kyoto that connects Ginkakuji and Nanzenji. It is named after the philosopher Kitaro Nishidia, who used to come here to walk and think about the philosophy of life. The path along both sides of the canal is full of cherry blossoms, as it is recommended as one of the most romantic walking paths and best spots for cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto.
Address: Shishigatani Honenin Nishimachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
6) Kiyomizu-dera
Kiyomizu-dera was listed in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1994; it is the oldest temple in Kyoto and a must-see for tourists. The cherry blossom season is most famous here and is very popular. The clear water stage surrounded by the cherry blossoms is the most anticipated scenery for tourists.
Address: 294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto
7) Daigoji Temple
Daigoji Temple is both a world cultural heritage and one of Japan's top 100 cherry blossom sites. Daigoji Temple is best known as the Chrysanthemum Sakura, which is characterized by its slenderness and downward dangle, wind-swept posture, making it the most elegant and graceful dancer in the cherry blossoms.
Address: 22 Daigohigashiojicho, Fushima Ward, Kyoto
8) Fushimi-Jikkokubune Boat Cruise
If you feel that it is boring to walk every time you enjoy cherry blossoms and want to admire the cherry blossoms in another way, here you can sail by boat to admire the beautiful cherry blossoms on the shore.
Address: 247 Minamihei-cho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto
9) Heian Shrine
Heian Shrine is also one of the cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto. In addition to the iconic bright red torri gate at the entrance, you can also visit the shrine. The scenery of the garden during the pink cherry blossom makeup is stunning, as the beauty can't be ignored. In addition to the Heian Jingu Shrine, there is the opening of the Nanshin-en Garden to watch the night cherry blossoms and there will be concerts held in the Dong-shin-en Garden.
Address: Okazaki Nishitennocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto
10) Hirano Shrine
The cherry blossoms in Hirano Shrine are densely blooming. There are dozens of precious cherry blossoms in the shrine, about 500 of which are many, ranking first in Kyoto. They are called the Yoshino Cherry Blossoms, looking up, you can see the bloomed cherry blossoms. In addition to the well-known cherry blossom tunnel, Hirano Shrine also features a Japanese-style rooftop. Many street vendors are opened here. After buying food, you can sit on the rooftop to chat, drink, and eat your food. Cherry blossom festivals are held around April 10th every year, and there are lively festival parades and cherry blossom viewings at night.
Address: 1 Hirano Miyamotocho, Kita Ward, Kyoto
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Most Frequently Asked Questions
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When is the cherry blossom season in Kyoto?The opening hours of cherry blossoms in Japan vary slightly every year. The cherry blossoms in Kyoto generally bloom from late March to early April. Please refer to the notice of the Japan Meteorological Association for the specific opening period.
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Where are the most beautiful cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto?As soon as the cherry blossom season is in Kyoto, the most beautiful areas can be found everywhere, such as Arashiyama, Randen Cherry Blossom Tunnel, Nijo Castle, Keage Incline, Tetsugaku No Michi, Kyotmizu-dera, Daigoji Temple, Fushimi-Jikkokubune Boat Cruise, Heiane Shrine, Hirano Shrine, etc. At the few places listed, you can see the most beautiful cherry blossoms.
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I want to go to Arayshiyama to see the cherry blossoms. What is the most convenient way there?It is recommended to take the JR Line from the city to Kameoka Station, then take the Sagano Sightseeing Tram, and you can explore the cherry blossoms of Arayshiyama, Sagano, and Hozukyo for 25 minutes. Then you can get off at Sagano Station, and visit Arashiyama.
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Where can I see cherry blossoms at night in Kyoto?The main reason why Nijo Castle became a cherry blossom viewing site is because of its night cherry blossoms. Nijo Castle is the most charming and beautiful at night. Kyomizu-dera cherry blossom season is the most famous night cherry blossom site, and Heian Shrine opens the Nanjin Garden to watch the night cherry blossoms and also hold concerts in the East God Garden.
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Where is the attraction located to see cherry blossoms on a boat cruise in Kyoto?To watch Fushimi from the Fushimi-Jikkokubune, Sanjikkokubune, you can sail on the boat while watching the beautiful cherry blossoms on the shore, listening to the sound of the water, and watching the petals fall into the water. The address is 247 Minamihei-cho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto.
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Where is the cherry blossom viewing site of the old railway in Kyoto?You are talking about the Keage Incline Cherry Blossom Railway. This railway has been abolished. Today, the cherry blossom trees on both sides of the railway have become a popular spot from cherry blossom viewing. Locals and tourists enjoy strolling, picnicking, and taking pictures in the area. The address is at 339 Higashikomonozacho, Higashiyama District, Kyoto.
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I want to go to Kiyomizu-dera to see the cherry blossoms, what is the address?Kiyomizu-dera is a world cultural heritage location with the oldest temple in Kyoto, which is the most famous cherry blossom location. The address is 294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto. You can reach it by the 100 Raku Bus in downtown Kyoto.
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