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Below is a list of some of Kyoto's most popular spots for cherry blossom viewing (hanami). See also our nationwide list of famous cherry blossom spots. Maruyama Park Next to Yasaka Shrine No admission fee Maruyama Park next to Yasaka Shrine is Kyoto's most popular public park for cherry blossom viewing. Its centerpiece is a large weeping cherry tree that gets lit up in the evenings. Many food stands are available. Philosopher's Trail Between Ginkakuji and Nanzenji Temples No admission fee The Philosopher's Trail is a pleasant path besides a canal that connects Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion) with the vicinity of Nanzenji. It is lined by hundreds of cherry trees. Arashiyama Northwest of central Kyoto No admission fee Arashiyama is a pleasant district in the outskirts of Kyoto. Many cherry trees can be found around the Togetsukyo Bridge at the foot of Arashiyama mountains. Heian Shrine Behind the main building 600 yen, 8:30 to 17:30 Large numbers of weeping cherry trees (shidarezakura) stand in the garden of Heian Shrine, behind the shrine's main buildings. Okazaki Canal Outside Heian Shrine No admission fee Located just outside of Heian Shrine, Okazaki Canal connects the Lake Biwa Canal network with Kamo River. It is lined by many cherry trees, and popular boat tours are conducted during the hanami season. Kamogawa Kitaoji Station (Karasuma Subway Line) No admission fee Kamogawa is the river, which runs through central Kyoto. Cherry trees are planted in many places along the river. One of the most pleasant places for cherry blossom viewing and a picnic is in northern Kyoto, where Kitaoji Street crosses the river. Daigoji Temple Daigoji Station (Tozai Subway Line) 600 yen, 9:00 to 17:00 Daigoji is a temple complex in southeastern Kyoto, which is part of Kyoto's designated world heritage. A cherry blossom festival is held on the temple grounds every year. Hirano Shrine Between Kinkakuji and Kitano Hakubaicho No admission fee One of Kyoto's most famous hanami spots, Hirano Shrine is also known for the many varieties of cherry trees found on its grounds. In the evenings, the trees are lit up.

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