“Jonangu Shrine” is one of the famous spots for wisteria in Kyoto.
Wow, hurry to go see! They are already in full bloom.
The wisteria and azaleas in Jonangu Shrine.
The Kamigoryo Shrine surrounded by lovely “Ichihatsu” iris.
From the Middle Ages (5 to 600 years ago), ”Ichihatsu” is a type of iris which has been cultivated as ornamental plant. It is called “Ichihatsu” (meaning the first beginning) for earliest blooming.
Fantastic path and white wisterias. Kaju-ji Temple.
Kaju-ji (kansyu-ji) Temple is famous as a stroll garden where flowers bloom every season.
And now, the season of wisteria already began with white flowers.
Crimson garden in “Shoden Eigen-in Temple”
These pictures below are not the scenery of autumn leaves but the crimson azaleas which is the same type as it in Nagaoka Tenmangu Shrine.
Green maple and “Bletilla striata” in Shinnyo-do Temple.
This “Shinnyo-do Temple” is generally famous for autumn leaves, but as you see, fresh green maple is also superb. And you may enjoy having this green red and imagining the figure of autumn.
Shobo-ji Temple. Beautiful towers, rock gardens and flowers.
In the west of Kyoto where country scenery and bamboo groves spread, there is a beautiful temple that tourists do not know much.
At dusk of fresh green in Myokeji Temple.
Not only the cherry pink but also the fresh green of the maple has something to look out for.
Cherry blossoms Festival of Hirano Shrine.
It is called “Ooka-sai (Cherry blossoms Festival)”.
The main event is a parade of a shrine. It is held on April 10 every year.
Along Tera-machi Street, let’s find cherry blossoms.
Yes. It’s a local spot. But if you go along Teramachi Street, you will still be able to encounter cherry blossoms.
“Tera-machi Street” If you translate directly, it is as a temples town street. Going along this street, you will be surprised that temples are next to each other.
“Uhoin” It is a holy place filled with flowers in full bloom
Uhoin is located in the “Nishijin” district, which is known for producing kimonos.
Now the double cherry blossoms are in full bloom and it is a masterpiece.