Kurumaori Shrine, located in Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, is a shrine that is believed to be beneficial for academic achievement, protection from bad luck, monetary fortune, and good marriage. The shrine is also famous for being visited by entertainers, as there is a performing arts shrine enshrining a god of the arts within its precincts.
| Cherry Blossom Spot | Cherry blossoms at Kurumazaki-jinja Shrine |
| Best viewing time | Late March to early April |
| Size of cherry trees | 40 trees (15 species) |
| Opening hours | 9:30-17:00 |
| Light-up | None |
| Parking lot | Parking is available |
| Location: 23 Saga Asahi-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 616-8343 | 23 Saga-Asahi-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 616-8343 |
| Phone number | 075-861-0039 |
| Official website | http://www.kurumazakijinja.or.jp/ |
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Characteristics of the cherry blossoms at Kurumaori Shrine
- Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of cherry blossoms, from early bloomers to late bloomers.
- Particularly famous is the “Keisen cherry tree” donated by the Japanese painter Tomita Keisen
- Recommended as one of the places to visit when sightseeing in Arashiyama
Kurumaori Shrine, called “Cherry Blossom Shrine” since ancient times, is well known as a cherry blossom viewing spot, with 40 cherry trees of about 15 varieties planted here. From early-blooming Kawazu-zakura and Kanhizakura to late-blooming Yaezakura and Shidare-zakura, visitors can enjoy cherry blossoms for a long period of time.
The Keisen-zakura cherry blossoms are at their best around the end of March.
Blooming conditions
The best time to view the cherry blossoms at Kurumaori Shrine is usually from late March to early April.
Since the blooming time varies from year to year, it is recommended to check the blooming information in advance.
Access
- 5-minute walk from Kushimoori Shrine Station on the Keifuku Ranzanmoto Line
- Approximately 20 minutes on foot from Hankyu Arashiyama Station
- Kyoto City Bus ” Kumaori Jinja-mae ” stop
Let’s enjoy Kumaori Shrine in spring!
Kumaori Shrine offers not only cherry blossoms but also various other attractions. Why not take a stroll at Kumaori Shrine and feel the coming of spring?
