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Cherry Blossoms at Jakkoin Temple
Basic Information
| Cherry blossom spot | Jakkoin Temple |
| Best time to see the cherry blossoms | Late March – early April |
| Types of cherry trees | Someiyoshino, mountain cherry, weeping cherry |
| Opening hours | 9:00-17:00 |
| Admission fee | 600 yen |
| Light up | No light-up |
| Parking lot | No parking lot |
| Location | 676 Ohara Kusao-machi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 601-1248 |
| TEL. 075-744-3341 | 075-744-3341 |
| Official website | http://www.jakkoin.jp/ |
Features and Highlights
- Late blooming cherry blossoms can be enjoyed.
- Relax and enjoy cherry blossom viewing in the quiet precincts of the temple
- Beautiful collaboration of a historic temple and cherry blossoms
Cherry blossoms on the berm: A famous tree known for the poem composed by Hōhō Emperor Goshirakawa when he visited Kenreimon-in. The petals scattered on the pond and swaying in the waves are just as beautiful as the poem says, “The cherry blossoms on the berm are scattered on the pond water, and the flowers in the waves are just at their peak.
Cherry trees along the approach to the main hall: Someiyoshino cherry trees and mountain cherry trees are planted along the approach to the main hall. When in full bloom, visitors can enjoy the fantastic atmosphere of walking through a tunnel of cherry blossoms.
Weeping cherry trees at the entrance of Ohara Seiryo: Large, gorgeous weeping cherry trees bloom near the entrance to the approach. At the best time of year, the magnificent clusters of flowers sway in the wind, attracting visitors.
How to get there
- Kyoto Bus “Ohara” stop, 15 min. walk
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Summary
The cherry blossoms at Jakkoin Temple bloom quietly and proudly in the silence, announcing the arrival of spring to visitors. Enjoy cherry blossom viewing to your heart’s content in this place where history and nature are in harmony.
