Entoku-in Spring illumination
Entoku-in, a sub-temple of Kodai-ji along Nene no Michi, features a stunning illuminated garden in the North Shoin.
Entoku-in, a sub-temple of Kodai-ji along Nene no Michi, features a stunning illuminated garden in the North Shoin.
Spring nights at Kodai-ji Temple glow with special illuminations, where beautiful gardens and weeping cherry trees create a magical atmosphere.
Kyoto’s landmark, the five-story pagoda at To-ji Temple, is illuminated during cherry blossom season, just a short walk from JR Kyoto Station.
At Nijo castle, the cherry orchard features about 400 late-blooming cherry trees, with special night illuminations during the blooming season.
Okazaki Canal, located just outside Heian-jingu Shrine, is lined with cherry trees along Reisen Street, stretching all the way to Nanzen-ji Temple in Kyoto.
Hirano Shrine, famous since the Heian period, offers stunning cherry blossoms and lantern-lit gardens for a magical viewing experience.
Hikone Castle in Shiga offers a stunning view of around 1,200 cherry blossoms, beautifully illuminated at night and reflected on the castle’s moat.
Tatsuno Park is one of Japan’s best cherry blossom spots, featuring a samurai parade, traditional tea ceremony, and festive food stalls.
The Japan Mint in Osaka opens a passage of 560 meters long to the general public for the cherry blossom viewing about 370 trees of over 100 varieties.
Rurikoin is open to visitors only during special viewing periods in spring, summer, and autumn. Visitors may enjoy its iconic scenery of reflected maple leaves.