Kyoto Cherry Blossom Viewing/Cherry Blossom Spots Ranking [2024]
This time
Kyoto x cherry blossom viewing
Special feature!
Only those in the know know
Kyoto's cherry blossom viewing spots & famous cherry blossom viewing spots
I'd like to introduce_______
Limited time tour to see the phantom cherry blossoms
Also introduced!
According to the website of the Japan Weather Association, in 2024 (Reiwa 6)
Kyoto
The predicted cherry blossom bloom date is Friday, March 22nd.
is.
Be sure to time your visit while taking into consideration the best viewing times at each spot. Cherry Blossom Viewing in Kyoto's Little-Known Spots Please go out!
table of contents
- 1 Kyoto Cherry Blossom Viewing 1st place cherry blossom viewing spot: Kyoto Botanical Garden
- 2 Kyoto Cherry Blossom Viewing Cherry Blossom Spot 2nd Place: Cherry Blossom Garden/Kumano Nakaoji Shrine
- 3 Kyoto Cherry Blossom Viewing Cherry Blossom Spot 3rd Place: Phantom Cherry Blossoms, Thousand-Eyed Cherry Blossoms/Oharano Shrine
- 4 Kyoto Cherry Blossom Viewing Cherry Blossom Spot 4th place: Seiryoji Temple (Saga Shakado)
- 5 Kyoto Cherry Blossom Viewing Cherry Blossom Spot No. 5: Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
- 6 Cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto!
- 7 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
Kyoto Cherry Blossom Viewing 1st place cherry blossom viewing spot: Kyoto Botanical Garden
" Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Garden "teeth, Little-known cherry blossom spot . You can see a wide variety of cherry blossoms .
Kyoto Botanical Garden is located along the Kamo River, north of JR Kyoto Station, further north of Kyoto Imperial Palace.
The park has multiple gardens and one of the largest greenhouses in Japan, and will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2024 (Reiwa 6). Japan's oldest public botanical garden It is also famous as
The number of cherry blossoms growing on the vast site is
Approximately 500 pieces
!
There are quite a number of cherry blossom varieties, about 180, and the best time to see them varies from early March to late April.
is.
It's a little-known spot that doesn't get crowded relatively often, so if you want to avoid the crowds, why not try flying in a bit?
You can see cherry blossoms in the park at ``
Sakurarin
"and"
Cherry blossom variety garden
” 2 spots.
Especially in early April, you can see Yoshino cherry trees and weeping cherry trees in full bloom in the cherry blossom forest, and enjoy the spectacular spring scenery with the Kitayama mountain range rising in northern Kyoto in the background!
A field of red tulips spreads out next to the cherry blossom grove, and the spring scenery combined with the pink of the cherry blossoms is gaining popularity as one of the best flower views in the park. .
At the same time, Sakurarin
night light up
will also be held. You can also enjoy the cherry blossoms with a different look than during the day.
It's also fun to visit both day and night and enjoy a different taste of cherry blossom viewing.
.
| Cherry blossom forecast | Friday, March 22, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Best time of year to see | Early March to late April |
| Cherry blossoms at night/light up | From sunset to 21:00 from Saturday, March 23, 2024 to Sunday, April 7, 2024 |
| Famous cherry blossom spots & hidden spots | Sakurarin |
| stall | none |
| Price (admission fee) | General 200 yen |
Kyoto Cherry Blossom Viewing Cherry Blossom Spot 2nd Place: Cherry Blossom Garden/Kumano Nakaoji Shrine
" Cherry Blossom Garden ” & “ Kumano Nyakuoji Shrine "teeth, A shrine and cherry blossom viewing spot located in the northeastern part of Kyoto City, south of Ginkakuji Temple. is.
Kumano Nakaoji Shrine was founded in 1160 (Eireki 1) in the late Heian period.
It is said that this festival began when the Cloistered Emperor Goshirakawa, who was devoted to pilgrimages to Kumano, solicited Kumano Gongen as the guardian deity of the nearby temple Zenrinji (Eikando).
The shrine is A tunnel of cherry blossoms stretches along the bank of the stream. Kyoto One of the most popular cherry blossom viewing spots path of philosophy It is located near the southern end of ``, and is also famous as the starting point for cherry blossom viewing walks towards Ginkakuji Temple. .
There are many cherry blossom trees in the precincts, and on the first Sunday of April every year, prayers for safe pilgrimage and offerings of poems are held.
Cherry Blossom Festival (Oukasai)
' will be held.
If you want to participate in the festival, be sure to time your visit by checking the bloom forecast!
The highlight of the cherry blossom viewing season is the cherry blossom garden built on top of a small hill behind the shrine.
Approximately 60 trees can be seen inside the cherry blossom garden. sunlight cherry blossoms (Yokozakura).
Sunshine cherry blossoms were developed at a farm in Mie. It is resistant to diseases and temperature changes, and is characterized by its deep pink flowers. . This breed was created by a former teacher who sent his students to the battlefield to commemorate the souls of young men who died in battle and to pray for world peace. is.
The cherry blossom garden is located away from the area crowded with tourists.
A hidden cherry blossom spot in Kyoto that is perfect for quietly viewing the sunflowers
!
The best time to see the cherry blossoms at the cherry blossom garden is from late March to early April.
Why not stop by while you're enjoying the lively Philosopher's Walk or cherry blossom viewing at the Cherry Blossom Festival and relax and enjoy the beautiful cherry blossoms that symbolize your desire for world peace?
| Cherry blossom forecast | Friday, March 22, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Best time of year to see | Late March to early April |
| Cherry blossoms at night/light up | none |
| Famous cherry blossom spots & hidden spots | cherry blossom garden |
| stall | none |
| Price (admission fee) | free |
Kyoto Cherry Blossom Viewing Cherry Blossom Spot 3rd Place: Phantom Cherry Blossoms, Thousand-Eyed Cherry Blossoms/Oharano Shrine
"
Oharano Shrine
"teeth,
A shrine famous for its blessings related to marriage, such as good matches and Tamanokoshi.
is.
It is located on the western edge of Kyoto City, at the foot of Mt. Hino, which also appears in Murasaki Shikibu's ``The Tale of Genji.''
It was founded in 784 (Enryaku 3).
With the transfer of the capital to Nagaokakyo by Emperor Kanmu, the Fujiwara clan took control of Nara.
"
Kasuga Taisha Shrine
”
It is said that it began as a branch shrine where the gods of Kasuga Taisha were enshrined.
.
The blessings of Oharano Shrine come from the customs of the Fujiwara family, not from the deity enshrined there. The name originates from the fact that when a female child was born in the Fujiwara family, the shrine was visited for generations so that she could attain a position such as Chugu or Empress.
If you visit Kyoto for cherry blossom viewing or a girls trip or a couples trip, don't forget to visit the shrine!
In the spring, cherry blossom trees such as Yoshino cherry trees are in full bloom on the shrine grounds, and you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing along with the beautiful vermilion shrine building. .
Among them, there is a single cherry tree growing within the shrine grounds. Senganzakura ” is a particularly recommended spot for cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto!
In addition to producing so many flowers that it is hard to believe that it is just one tree when in full bloom, the tree remains in full bloom for only 3 days. " phantom cherry blossoms ” is called .
If you can see it in full bloom,
A thousand wishes come true
” and is popular among tourists as a cherry blossom viewing and power spot.
.
Why not keep an eye on the flowering forecast and visit Kyoto at the right time to see the flowers in full bloom?
At Activity Japan, A tour to see the phantom cherry blossoms and Senganzakura You can make a reservation.
In addition to Senganzakura, Kyoto Why not go see the cherry blossoms with a local guide? You can also learn about the history and local information!
| Cherry blossom forecast | Friday, March 22, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Best time of year to see | Late March to early April |
| Cherry blossoms at night/light up | none |
| Famous cherry blossom spots & hidden spots | Senganzakura |
| stall | none |
| Price (admission fee) | free |
Kyoto Cherry Blossom Viewing Cherry Blossom Spot 4th place: Seiryoji Temple (Saga Shakado)
"
Seiryoji Temple
”,
Commonly known as ``Saga Shakado'', it is a temple connected to Minamoto no Toru, who is said to be the model for the main character of ``The Tale of Genji.''
is.
It is located at the end of Route 29 heading north, which runs in front of Arashiyama Station on the Keifuku Electric Railway, to the west of downtown Kyoto.
Including "Togetsukyo Bridge" Arashiyama Due to its distance from popular tourist destinations, Even during the cherry blossom viewing season, you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing in a relatively calm atmosphere. .
The place where Seiryoji Temple is located is said to have once been the site of Minamoto no Toru's villa, and it is said that it was turned into a temple after his death. .
The other name, Saga Shakado, comes from the statue of Shaka Nyorai brought back from the Song Dynasty by Chounen Shonin.
When the statue of Shaka Nyorai was enshrined, a new hall was built, and when the sect was changed to the Kegon sect, it came to be called Seiryoji, as it is today.
Within the vast precincts, you can admire the beauty of ancient Japanese architecture, from the Sanmon gate, which was rebuilt in the Edo period, to the main hall.
In spring, the cherry blossoms planted all over the grounds are at their peak, Beautiful Kyoto scenery interwoven with Japanese architecture and cherry blossoms You can experience .
especially, two-story pagoda " Tahouto (Tahoto) ” We recommend a spot where you can take a photo from an angle where the cherry blossoms in front of the tower overlap. you know!
| Cherry blossom forecast | Friday, March 22, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Best time of year to see | Early April to mid-April |
| Cherry blossoms at night/light up | none |
| Famous cherry blossom spots & hidden spots | In front of Tahoto Pagoda |
| stall | none |
| Price (admission fee) | General 400 yen |
Kyoto Cherry Blossom Viewing Cherry Blossom Spot No. 5: Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
"
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
"teeth,
Headquarters of Tenmangu Shrine, which enshrines Michizane Sugawara, famous as the god of learning.
is.
It is located southeast of Kinkaku-ji Temple, along the Tenjin River, which flows south through Kyoto City.
It was founded in 947 (Tenryaku 1) in the late Heian period, and Sugawara no Michizane was enshrined as Tenjin in 987 (Eien 1). .
The main shrine, designated as a national treasure, was built in 1607 (Keicho 12) by order of Toyotomi Hideyori.
The architectural beauty of Momoyama architecture, with gold designs at key points, is stunning!
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is one of Kyoto's most famous spots for plum blossoms, and is crowded with visitors and worshipers around February every year. .
However, plums are not the only thing you can enjoy at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.
In recent years, it has become secretly popular as a little-known spot for cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto, where you can enjoy weeping cherry and wild cherry blossoms together with the beautiful Momoyama architecture!
In particular, you should check:
A rare new variety of cherry blossoms that can only be seen at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine has been planted in front of the shrine office.
"
Kitano Sakura
”.
The flower color changes from white to deep pink as it blooms.
The best time to see them is from around mid-April, which is relatively late.
If you want to enjoy viewing the deep pink Kitano cherry blossoms, try visiting Kitano Tenmangu Shrine a little later than the regular cherry blossom viewing season!
| Cherry blossom forecast | Friday, March 22, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Best time of year to see | Early April to mid-April |
| Cherry blossoms at night/light up | none |
| Famous cherry blossom spots & hidden spots | Kitano Sakura |
| stall | none |
| Price (admission fee) | General 400 yen |
Cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto!
This time, Cherry blossom viewing spots and famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto We have featured.
In addition to famous spots, Kyoto is a city bustling with tourists, and there are many cherry blossom viewing spots where you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing in peace.
With reference to this special issue, Please enjoy cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto in 2024 (Reiwa 6). !
*The contents of this article are current as of March 2024.
