Kyoto

Cherry Blossoms at Bishamon-do

Large weeping cherry at a beautiful temple in Kyoto

Cathy Cawood Mar 14, 2015 - 1 min read

<p>A large old weeping cherry stands in front of the temple</p>

<p>Wooden poles support the tree boughs</p>

<p>Buds on the weeping cherry are just breaking into bloom</p>

<p>Fresh paint on the temple sets of the pale blossom beautifully</p>

<p>The strong lines of the tiled roof contrast with the delicate blossom</p>

<p>Not much blossom on this tree behind the wall</p>

<p>A young weeping cherry in front of one of the temple's smaller buildings</p>

<p>Path leading from the pond to one of three gates</p>

<p>Trailing blossoms with the red gate in the background</p>

<p>A large lantern hangs in the center of the red gate</p>

Although Bishamon-do is rightly famous for its wonderful autumn leaves, this temple is also very lovely in spring. A large old weeping cherry standing before the main hall becomes a vision in palest pink when it blooms. A number of other cherry trees make this temple a wonderful place to stroll through. The Yamashina temple is also beautiful when the wisteria is blooming in May. If you are in Kyoto at springtime, you can visit Bishamon-do and stroll along nearby Biwako Canal for a wonderful spring outing.

Cathy Cawood @cathy.cawood

I came to Japan in 2003 to teach English. I lived in Shiga prefecture for 1 year, and it still holds a special place in my heart. I lived in Kyoto for 9 years, then moved to Machida, Tokyo in 2014 after meeting my Japanese partner. I love to take photos, and my Japan in Pictures Facebook page ha...