Cherry Blossoms at Tenryuji Temple|Blooming Status 2024

天龍寺の桜

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When it comes to cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto in spring, one cannot miss Tenryuji Temple, a World Heritage site!
Kyoto pronunciation
The precincts of the temple with approximately 200 cherry trees in full bloom are a sight to behold!

Cherry Blossoms at Tenryuji Temple

Cherry blossoms at Tenryuji Temple
Blooming Status 2024
Past peak bloom

Basic Information

Cherry blossom spot Tenryuji Temple
Best time to see cherry blossoms Late March to mid-April
Number of cherry treesAbout 200 trees (Someiyoshino, yamazakura, shidarezakura, yaezakura, etc.)
Hours of operation 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Admission fee Garden: 500 yen
Shodo entrance fee: additional 300 yen
Light-up Not available
Parking lot No parking
Location 68, Sagano-baba-cho, Tenryuji, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 616-8385, Japan
Tel. 075-881-1235
Official websitehttps://www.tenryuji.com/

Features and Highlights

  • Enjoy a variety of cherry blossoms
  • Cherry blossom viewing in the precincts of the World Heritage site
  • Spectacular view from Mangyo-no-oka Hill

Tenryu-ji Temple is planted with various kinds of cherry trees such as Someiyoshino, Yama-zakura, and Shidare-zakura. The gradation of cherry blossoms, from light pink to deep red, is breathtaking. In particular, the weeping cherry tree in front of the Tahouden Hall is a must-see. The weeping cherry blossoms are so graceful that they look as if they are cascading down like a waterfall.

天龍寺の桜

Tenryuji Temple is a Zen temple founded by Ashikaga Takauji in 1339. Within its precincts are many buildings designated as national treasures and important cultural properties. It is a tasteful way to enjoy the cherry blossoms while touring the historical buildings.

天龍寺の桜

From a small hill called Mangyo-no-oka, visitors can enjoy a magnificent view of the cherry blossoms of Tenryu-ji Temple in full bloom against the backdrop of the downtown area of Kyoto. During the cherry blossom season, many tourists visit the temple.

天龍寺の桜
天龍寺の桜

Nodate seating under the cherry blossoms

On April 2, 2024, Nodate-seki (outdoor tea ceremony) will be held under the cherry blossoms in Dahouden.

Visitors can enjoy an elegant moment of admiring the cherry blossoms while having matcha green tea and sweets.

How to access

  • Approx. 15 min. walk from JR Saga-Arashiyama Sta.
  • About 10 minutes on foot from Keifuku Electric Railway “Arashiyama” Station

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Conclusion

Cherry blossoms at Tenryu-ji Temple are a spectacular sight that represents spring in Kyoto. The temple grounds, with its diverse variety of cherry trees in full bloom, the World Heritage Site, and the spectacular view from Mochikyo Hill are just a few of the highlights of the temple.

Please visit during the cherry blossom season in Kyoto and enjoy the beauty of Tenryuji Temple.