Embrace Spring Romance: Cherry Blossom Hunting in Kyoto (Part 2)

By Xie An

If it’s your first time visiting the Kansai region or you prefer a more relaxed travel style without constantly moving around, it’s recommended to spend all your time in Kyoto. Stay in Kyoto for 4–5 days or even a whole week, and slowly explore the city’s most spectacular cherry blossom routes.

When planning your cherry blossom itinerary, you can divide the routes into Eastern Kyoto (Rakudo), Central Kyoto (Rakuchu), Southern Kyoto (Rakunan), and the surrounding area of Arashiyama and Sagano—covering the most brilliant cherry blossom feast. Japan has over 200 varieties of cherry blossoms, ranging from wild to cultivated, with diverse colors, petal types, and blooming styles. Whether you prefer pink, pale pink, or know your way around Yoshino cherries, Shidarezakura (weeping cherries), or Chishima cherries… don’t overthink it. Just go with the flow, immerse yourself in the local culture, grab some sakura bento boxes and sakura senbei (rice crackers), bring rice balls, sushi, and gyokuro matcha tea, and enjoy a farewell party (bonenkai) with friends. Create your own unique pink-themed journey.

In addition to the essential cherry blossom festivities, don’t miss the joy of discovering “Kyoto cuisine,” “Kyoto architecture,” and “Kyoto traditions.” Even 5 days or ideally 7 days is perfect—why not plan a romantic pink Kyoto trip while the Taiwan dollar is strong? When visiting Kyoto, besides planning your cherry blossom routes, booking your accommodation early is also crucial. Securing a hotel in Kyoto in March or April is as competitive as staking out a spot under the cherry blossom trees—you need to reserve early to enjoy a leisurely and relaxing Kyoto experience.

★★★ Extended Reading = Seasonal Limited Sakura Mochi :: O Qiao Jing? Suffering/strong>
O Qiao Jing? Has been around for many years, offering a variety of traditional Japanese sweets and delicacies. Each piece is infused with the essence of spring and beautifully designed...Click to see detailed attraction information

 

 

 

Sakura Cuisine

★★★ Extended Reading = Nishijin Textile Center
Among Kyoto’s traditional crafts related to clothing, the most notable are Nishijin-ori (Nishijin weaving) and Kyoyuzen (Kyoto-style dyeing). Nishijin is the name of a district that has been home to many weavers since the 15th century. Over time, the textiles produced in this area came to be known as Nishijin-ori...Click to see detailed attraction information

 

 

 

Nishijin Textile Center

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