Kodai-ji Temple was built by Nene Kodai-in, the wife of Hideyoshi Toyotomi, also known as Kita Masasho, as his final resting place and family grave.
The temple has been famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot since the late Edo period (1603-1868), including the "Kodaiji-zakura" mountain cherry blossoms by the Juukanmon gate leading to the Kaisandō Hall, and the weeping cherry blossoms in the Hojō are in magnificent bloom every year. The avenue of Someiyoshino cherry trees along "Nene-no-michi", the street in front of the temple gate, is also popular.

Best time to visit: Late March - early April
Spring Night Special Viewing "Prayer - Spring
Period / March 14, 2025 (Friday) - May 6, 2025 (Tuesday, national holiday)
Hours: 17:00-22:00 (last admission at 21:30)
Admission/ Adults 600 yen (with admission ticket to Palm Art Museum), Junior high and high school students 250 yen
Discounted tickets for 3 temples (Kodaiji Temple, Palm Art Museum, Entokuin Temple): 900 yen

Maruyama Park, the oldest park in Kyoto, opened in 1886.
With approximately 680 cherry trees, including weeping cherry trees, someiyoshino cherry trees, and mountain cherry trees, the park is known as one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto. In the center of the park is the famous weeping cherry tree, known as the "Gion no Yozakura" (Gion cherry tree at night), which is a sight to behold when lit up. During the festival, bonfires are lit from sundown, and many visitors can be seen at hanami teahouses and other hanami spots.

Best time to visit: Late March - early April
Illuminated weeping cherry trees in scenic Maruyama Park
Period / Tuesday, March 25, 2025 - Wednesday, April 9, 2025
*Bonfire is - Wednesday, April 2
Hours/18:00-22:00
free in the park
*Placement (spread out blue sheets, etc. in advance to secure a spot)(i.e., to do things) is prohibited.
Bonfire may be cancelled due to weather conditions such as strong wind warnings.

The Kyoto Botanical Garden is Japan's first public botanical garden and one of the largest in the Kansai region.
At night, approximately 300 cherry trees, including Someiyoshino and Yaebenishidare, will be illuminated, creating a dreamlike scene different from that of the daytime. During the nighttime, one of the largest greenhouses in Japan will be open free of charge, with approximately 4,500 varieties of tropical plants planted and exhibited.

Best time to visit: Mid-March to early April
2025 Cherry Blossom Lights Up
Period / Tuesday, March 25, 2025 - Sunday, April 6, 2025
Admission Hours: 18:00 approx. after sunset - 21:00 (last admission at 20:00)
*No replacement for noon admission.
Admission: ¥200 for adults, ¥150 for high school students, free for junior high school students and younger
(From Tuesday, April 1, 2025, ¥500 for adults, ¥250 for high school students, and free for junior high school students and younger)

Hirano Shrine has been a popular cherry blossom viewing spot for the general public since the Edo period (1603-1867) as "Hirano no Yozakura" (Hirano night cherry blossoms).
The grounds are planted with 400 cherry trees of about 60 varieties, including many rare varieties that originated in this area. During the special nighttime illumination, visitors can enjoy the fantastic scenery of the cherry blossom garden and precincts illuminated by lights such as bonbori (paper lanterns) and lanterns.

Best time to visit: Mid-March to mid-April
Hirano Shrine Nighttime Special Cherry Blossom Garden" (Japanese only)
Period / Saturday, March 22, 2025 - Sunday, April 13, 2025
Hours of visitation: Sunset - 21:00
Admission: Free (some sections require a fee)

Nagaoka Tenmangu Shrine is closely associated with Michizane Fujiwara.
Hachijo-ke Pond, with a circumference of 1 km, built by Prince Tomochu Hachijo in 1638, is illuminated. From the water bridge made of hinoki cypress, visitors can enjoy the dreamy view of cherry blossoms blooming in the night sky and their figures reflected in the pond.

Best time to visit: Late March - early April
Hachijogaike Pond Cherry Blossom Light-up
Period / March 29, 2025 (Sat) - April 6, 2025 (Sun)
*Subject to change depending on the situation.
Hours of visitation: 18:00-21:00
Admission fee/free