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Cherry Blossoms at Myoman-ji Temple
Basic Information
| Cherry blossom spot | Myoman-ji Temple |
| Best time to see the cherry blossoms | Early April to mid-April |
| Number of cherry trees | About 200 trees |
| Types of cherry trees | Red weeping cherry, weeping cherry, etc. |
| Hours of operation | Precincts: 6:00-17:00 Main temple: 9:00-17:00 |
| Admission | Precincts: Free Honbo: Adults 600 yen, Elementary and junior high school students 300 yen |
| Light-up | Yes |
| Parking lot | Regular and medium-sized vehicles: Parking lots 1 and 2 (40 cars total) Large vehicles: Parking lot for large vehicles (3 spaces) |
| Location: Iwakura Hatae-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto 606-0015, Japan | 91 Iwakurahatae-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-0015, Japan |
| TEL: 075-791-7171 | 075-791-7171 |
| Official website | https://myomanji.jp/ |
Features and Highlights
- A spectacular view of approximately 200 cherry trees decorating the precincts of the temple
- Magnificent red weeping cherry trees in front of the Daishoin Temple
- Relax and enjoy the cherry blossoms in the quiet precincts of the temple
- Enjoy the borrowed view of cherry blossoms and Mt.
The red weeping cherry blossoms in front of the Daishoin Temple are a sight to behold. Numerous flowers bloom from the weeping branches, looking like a pink waterfall. In the Sakura-en, located in the center of the temple grounds, various types of cherry trees are planted, each displaying a different beauty.
In addition, Myoman-ji Temple is close to Mt. Hiei, and from the temple grounds, visitors can enjoy a magnificent view of Mt. The borrowed scenery of cherry blossoms and Mt. Hiei is a spectacular view unique to Kyoto. Visitors can stroll through the quiet precincts of the temple and soak in the beauty of the cherry blossoms and Mount Hiei.
In addition, Myomanji Temple has a dry landscape garden called “Yuki-no-niwa. Snow Garden is said to have been built by Sadanori Matsunaga, the founder of haikai. During the cherry blossom season, petals of cherry blossoms dance in the snow garden, creating a fantastic scene.
Event Information
Hana Matsuri (Flower Festival)
The Hana Matsuri is a Buddhist memorial service to celebrate the birth of Lord Buddha (April 8). The birth Buddha is enshrined in a flower hall decorated with beautiful flowers, and sweet tea is poured to celebrate.
| Other Events | Hana Matsuri (Flower Festival) |
| Schedule | Saturday, April 6, 2024 |
| Time | From 11:00 a.m. |
Light up at night
The Myoman-ji Cherry Blossom Garden is located in a corner around the Daishoin Temple. Every year from early to mid-April, the weeping cherry trees, including the large cherry tree in the Daishoin, are in full bloom, delighting visitors.
During this period, the garden is also illuminated at night, allowing visitors to enjoy the ethereal night view of the cherry blossoms in the darkness.
| Events | Nighttime Light-up (Yakan Raito Up) |
| Schedule | Early April to mid-April |
How to access
By train
- Eizan Electric Railway : Get off at “Kino” station. 5 minutes on foot
- Subway Karasuma Line: Get off at Kokusaikaikaikan Station. 20 minutes on foot or 5 minutes by bus
By bus
- Kyoto Bus (routes 40 and 50): Get off at “Hataeda (Myomanji)”.
- Kyoto Bus (Route 46): Get off at “Hataeda” and walk 3 minutes.
By car
- From Osaka: 40 minutes from Kyoto Minami Interchange
- From Nagoya: 40 min. from Kyoto Higashi Interchange
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Summary
Myoman-ji Temple is a quiet spot away from the hustle and bustle of Kyoto where you can appreciate beautiful cherry blossoms. The cherry blossoms in front of the Daishoin, the various cherry blossoms in the cherry blossom garden, and the borrowed view of Mount Hiei are just a few of the highlights.
Please visit Myomanji Temple during the cherry blossom season and bask in the beauty of the cherry blossoms in full bloom.
