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Cherry Blossoms in Zuishin-in
Basic Information
| Cherry blossom spot | Zuishin-in Temple |
| Best time to see cherry blossoms | Early April |
| Kinds of cherry trees | Someiyoshino, Yaezakura (double-flowered cherry tree) |
| Opening hours | 9:00-16:30 |
| Admission fee | Adults 400 yen |
| Light up | No light-up |
| Parking lot | No parking lot |
| Location: 35 Ono-Goryo-cho, Yamashina-ku, Kyoto, 607-8257 | 35 Ono-Goryo-cho, Yamashina-ku, Kyoto, 607-8257, Japan |
| Ono Goryo-cho, Yamashina-ku, Kyoto, Japan | 075-571-0025 |
| Official website | http://www.zuishinin.or.jp/ |
Features and Highlights
- Cherry blossoms and plum blossoms can be enjoyed at the same time.
- You can feel the history of the temple associated with Ono no Komachi.
- You can enjoy cherry blossom viewing in the quiet precincts of the temple.
Cherry blossoms in Zuishin-in Temple are planted around the main gate and Yakuimon Gate. The pale pink flowers of Somei-Yoshino herald the arrival of spring. In addition, double-flowered cherry trees bloom just behind the monument to Ono no Komachi, creating a beautiful scene that symbolizes Zuishin-in Temple.
There are many historical sites related to Ono no Komachi in the precincts of the temple, such as a make-up well said to have been used by Ono no Komachi and a mound where Fukakusa Shosho buried her love letters. Visitors can immerse themselves in the romance of the Heian period while admiring the cherry blossoms.
Hanezu Dance
On the last Sunday of March, the “H anezu Odori” dance is held. Girls dressed in splash-colored kosode perform a graceful dance in the plum orchard.
This traditional dance is a must-see to celebrate the arrival of spring amid the blooming plum and cherry blossoms.
| Events | Hanezu Odori (Spring Dance) |
| Schedule | Sunday, March 31, 2024 |
| Time | 4 performances at 11:00, 12:30, 13:30, and 15:00 |
How to get there
- 5-minute walk from Ono Station on the Subway Tozai Line
- 2 minutes walk from Keihan Bus “Ono” bus stop.
Popular nearby spots
Enjoy the competition of cherry and plum blossoms at Zuishin-in Temple!
Zuishin-in Temple is a hidden cherry blossom viewing spot in Kyoto, where you can enjoy the competition of cherry blossoms and plum blossoms. You can enjoy cherry blossom viewing in the quiet precincts while feeling the history of this temple associated with Ono no Komachi.
When you visit Kyoto in the springtime, be sure to visit Zuishin-in Temple and enjoy the beautiful cherry blossoms and plum blossoms.
