[Spring 2026] Enjoy the World Heritage Site Ninna-ji Temple in a private setting

Ninna-ji Temple is also famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot. There are many things to see within its vast grounds, such as the impressive Niomon Gate, the beautiful five-story pagoda, and the Imperial Palace Gardens, a nationally designated place of scenic beauty. We have prepared a special plan to allow you to visit the popular temple, which is particularly crowded with people during cherry blossom season, in a private setting for a small group.

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Kyoto Brighton Hotel is located in an area with excellent access to many World Heritage sites, such as Nijo Castle and Ginkaku-ji Silver Pavilion. There are many shops nearby selling Japanese ingredients, where you can enjoy buying soy sauce, miso, etc. It is about 5min walk to the Kyoto Imperial Palace, recommended for morning walks and running courses. In addition, the concierge knows well about Kyoto, where you can feel free to ask about sightseeing, restaurants, traditional crafts, etc. During cherry blossoms and autumn foliage seasons, there are special tours available for private viewing. The average size of guest rooms is 42 square meters, spacious enough to accommodate large suitcases, and equipped with comfortable sofas. There are a variety of restaurants in the hotel, including western food, teppanyaki (wagyu), traditional Japanese, Chinese, and a bar lounge. This is a hotel where you can arrange everything about Kyoto, including gourmet food and Kyoto-like experiences.

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Book a special spring night visit plan at Ninnaji Temple

One-night only event on Friday, April 10, 2026

Ninna-ji Temple, a World Heritage Site, has been a famous cherry blossom spot and has been featured in many waka poems since the Edo period. Many worshippers flock to the temple in the spring, when the vast grounds are filled with Somei Yoshino cherry trees, weeping cherry trees, and the famously late-blooming Omuro cherry trees, all competing to bloom. This special tour allows you to reserve Ninna-ji Temple for a small group of around 30 people after the general public closes. This tour lasts just under two hours and includes a rare evening tour of the Imperial Palace Gardens, a sermon in the Kondo (normally closed to the public), and a stroll around the grounds (Omuro cherry trees). We promise you a precious experience that you wouldn't normally get to experience.

Enjoy an elegant dinner with the lingering aroma of cherry blossoms.

After returning to the hotel, enjoy dinner at one of our proud restaurants. Choose from three unique restaurants: authentic Kyoto-style Kaiseki cuisine, a Western restaurant with a wide selection of buffets and main dishes, or a Kyoto-style Chinese restaurant. Please choose your favorite restaurant for each group.

High-quality rooms and a popular breakfast will soothe your travel fatigue.

The rooms are 38 to 42 square meters, so there is plenty of room even if you open your large suitcase. For breakfast, you can choose between a Kyoto-style Japanese set meal or a Western-style buffet. We also recommend taking a walk in Kyoto Gyoen before or after check-in or after breakfast. You can spend an elegant time that is unique to your travel destination.

Make a reservation through the Kyoto Brighton Hotel official website

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