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🌸 Kyoto is one of the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan. Every spring (usually from late March to early April), it attracts a large number of tourists to enjoy the cherry blossoms. 🇯🇵🌸👘 Here are some of the most recommended cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto: 1️⃣ Philosopher's Path (哲学の道) A 2 km long path lined with cherry blossom trees along the canal. 2️⃣ Kiyomizu-dera Temple With over 1,500 cherry blossom trees, you can overlook the sea of cherry blossoms from the Kiyomizu Stage. Night cherry blossom lights: There are lights at night, and the cherry blossoms at night have a different flavor. 3️⃣ Arashiyama The bamboo forest, Togetsukyo Bridge, and cherry blossoms complement each other, making it one of the most iconic landscapes in Kyoto. Recommended activities: Take a small train or rickshaw through the cherry blossoms. 4️⃣ Nijo Castle About 300 cherry blossom trees of different varieties, with a long flowering period. Night cherry blossom lights: There are lights at night, and it is recommended to visit at night. 5️⃣ Fushimi Jikkokubune You can take a traditional wooden boat and enjoy the weeping cherry blossoms on both sides of the canal. 6️⃣ Daigo-ji Temple (World Heritage Site) Features: With more than 1,000 cherry blossom trees, including weeping cherry blossoms, it is known as the "No. 1 cherry blossom viewing spot in Kyoto." 7️⃣ Hirano Shrine Features: With more than 50 varieties of cherry blossoms, some varieties have a long flowering period, which can be enjoyed from early March to late April. Night cherry blossom lights: Recommended~ 8️⃣ Maruyama Park Famous for the "Gion weeping cherry blossoms," it is one of the most lively cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto. ✅ Cherry blossom viewing tips ✨ Cherry blossom season: Generally from late March to early April, but the specific time varies depending on the weather. 📅 Best time to take photos: Early morning or evening, avoid the crowds, and the light is soft. 🎑 Night cherry blossom experience: Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Nijo Castle, Hirano Shrine, and other places have night cherry blossom lights, which are worth seeing. Book in advance: Hotels and transportation are more crowded during the cherry blossom season, so it is recommended to book accommodation and transportation in advance.