Morning Cherry Blossoms
These are cherry blossoms that bloom in the morning dew. The poet Nakamura Kusatao expressed his hope for the budding of new life in the poem “Morning cherry blossoms, goodbye to the little child.”
Cherry blossom season is crowded everywhere, but with morning cherry blossoms you can avoid the crowds and enjoy viewing them in peace. You can have a spot all to yourself with your family or friends or sit alone under the cherry blossoms and have a picnic. The sight of sunlight shining through the spaces between the petals as the sun rises can only be experienced with morning cherry blossoms.
However, before going out to appreciate the morning cherry blossoms, be sure to confirm the opening hours of the viewing spot and the subway and bus schedules!
Recommended spots for morning cherry blossoms:
- Fushimi Inari Taisha
Fushimi Inari Taisha, which is crowded with people not only on holidays but also on weekdays, looks even more mysterious in the crisp morning air of early spring. The thousand vermilion “Torii” gates and pink cherry blossoms complement each other, allowing you to enjoy the harmony of nature and culture through their colors.
2. Kamogawa
Walking along riverbed of the Kamogawa River while admiring the cherry blossoms is a Kyoto-like, uplifting way to spend your day. If you get tired, you can spread out a picnic blanket and look at the sparkling surface of the water. Why not put on headphones, listen to your favorite music, hold the cherry blossom petals in your hands, and let the feeling of Kyoto in the spring soak into your body?
Cherry Blossoms at Night
On spring nights, Nijo Castle becomes a beautiful stage, and the cherry blossoms shine mysteriously under the spotlight.
Walking through Seiryuen Garden, it feels like you have entered a dream world. When the wind blows, the petals fall, creating a romantic atmosphere. Enjoy the cherry blossoms with your family and friends and it will become a precious time that will remain in your memory.
Appreciation of the cherry blossoms at night at Nijo Castle is not just about looking. The beauty of experiencing spring using all five senses – touching, smelling, hearing, seeing, and tasting – is sure to enrich your soul.
Also, don’t miss the very popular “flower fortune telling” (Hanamikuji) in Seiryuen Garden where you can find your good fortune when you choose from among the many flowers on display.
Recommended spots for night cherry blossoms:
Nijo Castle Cherry Blossom Festival:
Friday, March 8, 2024 – Sunday, April 7, 2024 6pm-10pm (enter by 9pm)
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