Cherry blossoms at Shoseien, Higashi Honganji Temple|Flowers in bloom 2024

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Shoseien Garden of Higashi Honganji Temple, located in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, is known as one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto.

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The cherry blossoms at Shoseien are early bloomers and are at their best from late March to early April.
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About 50 cherry trees are planted in the park, including the light red Shuzenjikanzakura and Somei Yoshino, which bloom beautifully.

Cherry blossoms in Shoseien, Higashi Honganji Temple

Cherry blossoms at Higashi Honganji Temple
Blooming Status 2024
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Basic information

Cherry blossom spot Shoseien Garden, Higashi Honganji Temple
Best time to see the cherry blossoms Late March to early April
Number of cherry treesApprox. 50 (wild cherry trees, weeping cherry trees, Someiyoshino cherry trees, etc.)
Opening hours March-October: 9:00-17:00
November – February] 9:00 – 16:00
Admission fee Adults: 500 yen or more, High school students and younger: 250 yen or more (as a donation for garden maintenance)
Light-up No lights
Parking lot Yes (parking fees apply)
Location Higashitamamizui-cho, Shimozuya-cho-dori Manomachi Higashi-iru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 600-8190, Japan
Phone: +81-75-371-9210 075-371-9210
Official websitehttps://www.higashihonganji.or.jp/about/guide/shoseien/
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Features and Highlights

  • Cherry blossoms can be enjoyed in the beautiful garden designated as a national place of scenic beauty.
  • Enjoy a variety of cherry blossoms from early blooming cherry trees to Someiyoshino cherry trees.
  • Enjoy the collaboration of cherry blossoms and Kyoto Tower
  • You can enjoy viewing cherry blossoms in a quiet and tranquil atmosphere.

Visitors can enjoy a variety of cherry blossoms at Shoseien, from early bloomers to Someiyoshino cherry trees. There is also a pond and a tea ceremony room in the garden, which can be enjoyed together with the cherry blossoms.

Shoseien is a beautiful garden designated as a national place of scenic beauty. The garden is filled with flowers from season to season, and its varied scenery is known as one of the “Thirteen Views.

The garden is easily accessible as it is located just a short walk from Kyoto Station. Visitors can enjoy cherry blossom viewing at their leisure in a quiet and tranquil atmosphere.

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How to access

  • 10-minute walk from JR “Kyoto” Station
  • 7 minutes walk from Subway “Gojo” station
  • 5 min. walk from “Karasuma Shichijo” city bus stop

Summary

Shoseien Garden of Higashi Honganji Temple is one of the best spots for cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto. Visitors can enjoy Kyoto in springtime by strolling through the tunnel of cherry trees, viewing the cherry blossoms reflected in the pond, and viewing cherry blossoms under the trees. You can also stroll through the beautiful garden, which is designated as a national place of scenic beauty.

This is a must-visit cherry blossom spot when you visit Kyoto Station in spring!