[Kyoto/Sightseeing] Introducing seasonal tourist spots in Kyoto!

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1. Kyoto is full of things to see in spring, summer, fall, and winter!

Kyoto is a city that has different expressions depending on the season. Cherry blossoms in spring, hydrangeas in summer, autumn leaves in autumn, and snowy scenery of historic temples in winter look very beautiful. If you were asked, ``Which season is the best time to go to Kyoto?'', you would want to answer without hesitation, ``I recommend any season!'' You can feel the atmosphere in any season.

"Path of Philosophy" Autumn leaves

2. [Seasonally] Must-visit sightseeing spots when visiting Kyoto

Here we will introduce recommended sightseeing spots in Kyoto for each season!

2-1 [Spring tourist spot] Kiyomizu-dera Temple

It is no exaggeration to say that Kiyomizu-dera, a World Heritage Site, is Kyoto's most famous tourist destination. Around 1,500 Yoshino cherry trees and wild cherry trees are planted in the grounds, surrounding the stage. In spring, the cherry blossoms bloom profusely, and the sight of the entire area being dyed pink is a sight to behold.

If you photograph the Kiyomizu-dera stage from Okunoin, the contrast between the pink of the cherry blossoms and the brown of the stage is beautiful. In addition, the cherry blossoms in the precincts are lit up at night, allowing you to enjoy the cherry blossoms at night.

【basic information】

Name: Mt. Otowa Kiyomizu-dera (approx. 25 minutes from the nearest station)

Address 1-294 Shimizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto Prefecture

Contact 075-551-1234

WEB Kiyomizudera official website

2-2 [Spring tourist spot] Kitano Tenmangu Shrine

Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, where the god of learning, Michizane Sugawara, is enshrined, is a famous spot for plum blossoms. The 1,500 plum trees planted on the grounds bloom every year from early February to late March. There are over 50 types of plums, and the blooming time varies depending on the variety.

The plum garden, where plum trees are in full bloom, is open to the public for a fee in early February every year, and you can also enjoy tea and sweets.

There are many ``patted cows'' in the grounds of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, and it is said that ``patting the cow's head will make you smarter,'' so it is crowded with test takers every year. It is also said that if you touch the same part of the cow after touching the part of your body that is bothering you, your discomfort will go away.

Kitano Tenmangu Shrine “Gohonden”

Kitano Tenmangu Shrine “Plum Garden” light up

【basic information】

Name: Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (about 5 minutes from the nearest station)

Address: Bakurocho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Contact 075-461-0005

WEBKitano Tenmangu Shrine official website

2-3 [Summer tourist spot] Kibune Shrine

Kifune Shrine is a historic shrine where the god of water, Takaoka Minokami, is enshrined. It is also the main shrine of over 500 Kifune Shrines nationwide, and is crowded with many worshipers regardless of the season. It is also famous for its matchmaking benefits.

Kifune Shrine is surrounded by greenery, so it feels cool even in the summer. In addition, red Kasuga lanterns line the approach to the temple grounds, and many people visit to capture the beautiful contrast of green and red in their cameras.

There is a ``water divination fortune-telling fortune'' that when you dip a blank piece of paper into the sacred water in the shrine grounds, letters will appear. The ``water fortune telling fortune'' has a reputation for winning, and there is often a line to get a ``water fortune telling fortune''.

【basic information】

Name: Kibune Sohongu Kibune Shrine (approx. 30 minutes from the nearest station)

Address: 180 Kurama Kifunecho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Contact 075-741-2016

WEB Kifune Shrine official website

2-4 [Summer tourist spot] Nijo Castle

Nijo Castle, a World Heritage Site, holds a summer festival in collaboration with NAKED, INC. every summer. The projection mapping performance with the historical buildings of Nijo Castle in the background is fantastic and attracts many visitors every year. The Ninomaru Garden is also lit up, and the atmosphere is completely different from that of Nijo Castle during the day, so you will be able to discover new charms.

In addition, within the grounds of Nijo Castle, there are weeping anges, which bring good luck, and crape myrtles, which have pretty dark pink flowers. Both are in season gradually from July, so it's fun to stroll around Nijo Castle during the day.

【basic information】

Name: Former Rikyu Nijo Castle (approx. 5 minutes from the nearest station)

Address: 541 Nijo-jocho, Horikawa Nishiri, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto Prefecture

Contact 075-841-0096

WEB Nijo Castle official website

2-5 [Autumn tourist spot] Togetsukyo Bridge

Togetsukyo Bridge is a must-see when sightseeing in Arashiyama. Togetsukyo Bridge is a 155m long bridge that spans the Katsura River between Sagano and Arashiyama, and is also known as one of the top 100 places to see autumn leaves in Japan. The autumn leaves are most beautiful in the evening. The autumn leaves illuminated by the orange sunset are so beautiful that you will be left speechless. There are several benches set up along the Katsura River, so you can relax and enjoy the autumn leaves until the sun goes down.

The best time to see the autumn leaves is from mid-November to late November. At night, Togetsukyo Bridge and the waterfront are lit up, and the orange colored leaves are so beautiful.

【basic information】

Name: Togetsukyo Bridge (about 2 minutes from the nearest station)

Address: Saga Nakanoshima-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City

Contact 075-343-0548

2-6 [Autumn tourist spot] Kodaiji Temple

Kodaiji Temple is famous as one of the best spots for autumn leaves in Kyoto. Of course it's beautiful during the day, but the best thing to do is to see the autumn leaves illuminated at night. A special autumn night viewing is held from late October to early December every year, where you can enjoy autumn leaves illuminated and projection mapping. A recommended photo spot is Garyu Pond. The upside-down autumn leaves reflected in the pond are magical. The illumination of the autumn leaves starts around 5pm, so the precincts get crowded before the evening, and once the illuminations start, the precincts become one-way, so if you want to enjoy it slowly, we recommend going around noon. is.

【basic information】

Name: Kodaiji Temple (approx. 15 minutes from the nearest station)

Address: 526 Shimokawaramachi, Kodaiji, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Contact 075-561-9966

WEB Kodaiji official website

2-7 [Winter tourist spot] Kinkaku-ji Temple

Kinkaku-ji is a famous tourist spot in Kyoto. Shariden (Kinkaku), a pavilion covered in gold leaf, is extremely beautiful in any season, but Kinkaku-ji in winter is on a different level. The contrast with the pure white snow that has piled up on the golden Shariden is fantastic and captivates the viewer. In addition to the Shariden, we also recommend the winter scenery of the shrine grounds. When snow falls on a cherry tree, it looks like snow flowers have bloomed. Kita Ward, Kyoto City, where Kinkaku-ji Temple is located, has relatively high snowfall in Kyoto, so if there is snow, you will be able to enjoy the beauty of Kinkaku-ji Temple in winter.

【basic information】

Name: Kinkakuji Temple (approx. 25 minutes from the nearest station)

Address: 1 Kinkakuji-cho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture

Contact 075-461-0013

WEB Kinkakuji official website

3. Enjoy Kyoto to the fullest in spring, summer, fall and winter!

Kyoto, home to many historical buildings, is a city loved not only by Japanese people but also by people all over the world. Kyoto's sightseeing spots take on a different look depending on the season, so you'll feel a different atmosphere no matter when you visit. Let's fully enjoy Kyoto, which is full of attractions.

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