Kansai Region : Spring Sightseeing

Keage Incline

The tourist spot most famous along “Lake Biwa Canal,” completed in the Meiji Period and still being used today.

Kyoto / Tourist Attractions

• 1 Feb 2023

  [Kyoto Cherry Blossom Viewing Tour] Spring in full bloom!

  If you feel a hint of spring, why don't you go to Kyoto?Cherry blossoms in Kyoto usually begin blooming around the end of March and are at their best from early to mid-April. Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, is known for its elegant scenery. Enjoy walking around the historic shrines and temples and the streets where you can feel the careful lifestyle of the people and visit the best cherry blossom viewing spots.

Nyoirinji Temple

A hidden gem for catching cherry blossoms at this temple once tied to the Southern Court.

Nara / Shrines & Temples

Hanayagura Observatory

If you're looking to see cherry blossoms, head to this spot! It's an observatory in Yoshino that offers an unparalleled scenic view.

Nara / Observatories

Mt. Takagi Observatory

A panoramic observatory at an elevation of 700 meters, offering sweeping views of cherry blossoms, autumn foliage, and the surrounding mountains.

Nara / Observatories

Aoi Matsuri

One of the three Major festivals in Kyoto, featuring the “Roto no Gi” ceremony that reminds us of Heian Period’s paintings.

Kyoto / Spring festivals & Events

Hakuryuen Garden

A Japanese garden in the mountains of Kurama, open to the public only during the cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons.

Kyoto / Parks & Gardens