Within Nijo Castle‘s grounds, there are approximetaly 300 cherry trees of late blooming varieties in a cherry orchard. The special night illumination is on during the bloom.

Spring at Nijo Castle, where 300 cherry trees of about 50 varieties bloom. The castle and its buildings are fantastically lit up during the annual spring illumination, and various events are also held.

Nijo Castle（二条城）

Address : 541 Nijojocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8301

Access : 10-minute walk from Nijo station on the JR Sanin line

Lit-up : 18:00 – 22:00 (last entry time 21:00)

Admission : 2000 yen ( 1600 yen on weekdays)

Official HP : 二条城 世界遺産・元離宮二条城 (kyoto.lg.jp)