Chasing Sakura in Kyoto Prefecture

#cherryblossom25 Three scenic spots for sakura viewing as recommended by staffs of Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo! Have you ever visited Kyoto during spring when cherry blossoms are in full bloom? A search on the website introduces a whopping 59 spots for cherry blossoms viewing! 🌸🔍 So, which of the 59 spots should we visit? Fret not, staffs of Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo are here to introduce 3 recommended spots for cherry blossoms viewing!💓 １. Okazaki Sakura Kairo（Corridor） Take a ride on the Jikkokubune boat which cruises along Biwa-ko Lake Canal designated as a national historic site and enjoy cherry blossoms!🚣♀️ They are illuminated at night, and the boat ride is available until 20:30. Witness fantastic scenery from the boat! ２. Kiyomizu Temple At Kiyomizu Temple - one of the world heritages, about 1500 cherry blossoms are in full bloom. It’s also known as Kiyomizu no Butai (the stage of Kiyomizu). The scenery from there is breathtakingly beautiful!✨ You can visit Kiyomizu Temple at night by 8th April and view its illuminated scenery! Hotel - Kyoto Shiyakushomae St.：about 5 minutes on foot Kyoto Shiyakushomae St. - Ono St.：17 minutes by Tozai Line (8 stops) Ono St. - Kiyomizumichi：25 minutes by Keihan bus Kiyomizumichi - Kiyomizu Temple：10 minutes on foot ３. Hirano Shrine Here, 400 cherry blossom trees of 60 types are in full bloom at Hirano Shrine. The main hall of this shrine is designated as an important cultural asset! They are lighted up in the evening by 15th April!💡 Don't miss the Ouka Festival which will be held on the 10th of April, a bonus to your cherry blossom visit! #kyoto #okazakisakurakairo #kiyomizutemple #hiranoshrine #cherryblossom #hotelgracerykyotosanjo