Kyoto Uji · Mimuroto-ji Temple | Early May Azalea Sea 🌸🌿

#cherryblossom25 In early May, Kyoto quietly slips into one of its most vibrant flower-viewing seasons. If you're looking to catch a breathtaking floral scene between spring and summer, I highly recommend the Hirado Azalea Garden at Mimuroto-ji Temple. I’ve visited Mimuroto-ji two weekends in a row now—completely enchanted by the stunning sea of azaleas! 😍 🌸 The Early Summer Romance of the “Flower Temple” Nicknamed “The Temple of Flowers”, Mimuroto-ji is famous across Japan for its seasonal blooms. In early May, around 20,000 Hirado azalea bushes burst into color across the garden. Shades of pink, white, purple, and soft red weave through the fresh greenery—creating a dreamlike, almost surreal landscape. Standing on a gentle slope and looking out over the garden, the whole scene feels like a giant artist’s palette. Under the sunlight, every blossom seems to glow. #thingstodo