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Bishamondo” in bloom
Basic Information
| Cherry blossom spot | Bishamondou (Bishamondou Hall ) |
| Best time to see cherry blossoms | Late March to early April |
| Number of cherry trees | About 50 (weeping cherry, someiyoshino, red weeping cherry, etc.) |
| Hours of operation | 9:00-17:00 |
| Admission Fee | Adults 500 yen, High school students 400 yen, Elementary and junior high school students 300 yen, Infants free |
| Light up | No light-up |
| Parking lot | Yes (free, 10 cars) |
| Location: 18 Azu Inariyama-cho, Yamashina-ku, Kyoto 607-8003, Japan | 18, Azu Inariyama-cho, Yamashina-ku, Kyoto, 607-8003, Japan |
| TEL: +81-75-581-0328 | 075-581-0328 |
| Official website | http://www.bishamon.or.jp/ |
Features and Highlights
- Giant weeping cherry called “Ichimitsu Senryo” with 30-meter branches.
- One of the five gateways of Kyoto, cherry blossoms adorn the precincts of this historic temple.
- Various cherry trees such as Someiyoshino and Benishidare (red weeping cherry) are in full bloom.
- An impressive cherry blossom tunnel where you can walk under the roof of cherry blossoms
The huge weeping cherry tree called “Ichimitsu Senryo,” which is the symbol of Bishamondo, is more than 150 years old and its branches stretch about 30 meters, making it an impressive sight.
In addition, someiyoshino cherry trees bloom beside the main hall and deep reddish-purple red weeping cherry trees bloom in front of the storehouse of the Totsukyo Sutra, providing a spectacular view of the cherry blossoms that fill the temple grounds.
Event Information
Hana-Matsuri (Flower Festival) and Cherry Blossom Viewing Party
On Sunday, April 7, 2024, the Hana-Matsuri (Flower Festival) and Cherry Blossom Viewing Party will be held. Live koto (Japanese harp) performance and tea ceremony will be held, and the temple grounds will be filled with a lively atmosphere.
How to access
- Take Biwako Line (R), get off at Yamashina Station, and walk about 15 minutes.
- 15 minutes on foot from Yamashina Station on the Subway Tozai Line
- Keihan Yamashina Station on the Keihan Railway Keihan Keizu Line, about 15 minutes on foot.
By car: 10 minutes from the Kyoto Higashi Interchange on the Meishin Expressway. 10 parking spaces are available.
Conclusion
The cherry blossoms at Bishamondo are one of the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto because of their scale and beauty. Free cherry blossom viewing events are held during the best season, so be sure to visit during your spring sightseeing in Kyoto. The stunning view surrounded by cherry blossoms is sure to enchant you.
