A 2km stone path along a cherry-tree-lined canal between Nanzenji and Ginkaku-ji temples. In late March and early April the path is transformed by hundreds of Somei Yoshino cherry trees into Japan's finest sakura corridor. Outside bloom season it remains a pleasant walk connecting the three great temple complexes of the Higashiyama foothills.
Why It’s Worth Your Time
A 2km stone path along a cherry-tree-lined canal between Nanzenji and Ginkaku-ji. In late March and early April, hundreds of Somei Yoshino trees create Japan’s most beautiful sakura corridor. Outside bloom season it remains a pleasant walk connecting the Higashiyama foothills’ three great temple complexes.
What Stands Out
- 2km canal-side walk
- Peak sakura late March–early April
- Connects Nanzenji to Ginkaku-ji
- Free access
- Best early morning