Cherry blossom season is upon us. Here's a preview of what's to come, with three spots to check out in Kyoto:
- Kiyamachi Street -- A historical street in Kyoto. The blossoms are gorgeous in the day and at night time when blossoms are even more magical while illuminated.
- Hirano Shrine -- Every year in early April, there is a sakura or cherry blossom festival here. It's located between Kinkakuji and Kitano Hakubaicho. Admission is free.
- Arashiyama -- Arashiyama is a tourist hub, so it gets crowded. But, you can't beat the view of the sakura trees along the river and the mountains.
Victoria Vlisides @victoria.vlisides
Trained journalist who's not yet jaded. Can't get enough of meeting new people, the view, cheap travel, cherry-blossom-flavored food, dinner&drinks. Painfully addicted to Japan's gochya-gochya machines. If you're the type of person to try something new vs. something you know you like, we'll get a...
