{"id":1139,"date":"2026-04-03T13:14:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T04:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mktaxi-japan.com\/kyoto\/?post_type=article&p=1139"},"modified":"2026-04-03T13:56:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T04:56:10","slug":"best-cherry-blossom-night-spots-in-south-kyoto","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/mktaxi-japan.com\/kyoto\/articles\/best-cherry-blossom-night-spots-in-south-kyoto\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Cherry Blossom Night Spots in South Kyoto"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The cherry blossom season has arrived in Kyoto. Enjoying cherry blossoms is not only for the daytime.
For a long time, Japanese people have enjoyed \u201cnight cherry blossoms,\u201d where the flowers are lit up in the dark.
There are many places in Kyoto to see illuminated cherry blossoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This time, we asked MK Taxi drivers, who work on the front lines of Kyoto tourism, about their recommended night cherry blossom spots!
So, which places do the Kyoto tourism professionals recommend?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toji Temple (Minami Ward)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Night Cherry Blossom Spot Introduction <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This is a famous temple known for Kyoto\u2019s symbol, the five-story pagoda, its three-dimensional mandala Buddhist statues, and the Kobo Market held on the 21st of every month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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At Toji Temple\u2019s night cherry blossom illumination, the most popular view is the beautiful weeping cherry tree \u201cFujizakura\u201d together with the five-story pagoda.
The pagoda is a traditional wooden structure and stands 55 meters tall, making it a symbol of Kyoto.
When you see Toji\u2019s pagoda from the Shinkansen, it gives you the feeling of \u201cI\u2019ve arrived in Kyoto\u201d or \u201cI\u2019m back in Kyoto.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The current five-story pagoda is the fifth generation, rebuilt in 1644 (Kan\u2019ei 21).
Even before the Edo period, since Toji Temple was founded in the late 9th century, the pagoda has been rebuilt in the same place every time it was destroyed by fires or wars.
Through repeated rebuilding, Toji\u2019s pagoda has existed alongside the city of Kyoto for over a thousand years.
So it naturally fits perfectly into Kyoto\u2019s scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Fujizakura, standing next to the five-story pagoda, is a large weeping cherry tree over 120 years old.
However, it was moved to Toji Temple in 2006, so it has only been in Kyoto for a little over a decade and is still a relative newcomer.
Now, the view of the pagoda and Fujizakura blends very well. Even though the pairing is quite new, they make a great combination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Besides Fujizakura, the reflection of the cherry blossoms and the five-story pagoda in Hyotan Pond is also very popular.
On calm, windless days, the illuminated pagoda and cherry blossoms are beautifully reflected on the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Besides Fujizakura, many other cherry blossoms bloom, including Somei Yoshino and Satozakura.
The entire Toji Temple grounds are filled with cherry trees, and every view looks like a picture.
It is a night cherry blossom illumination spot in Kyoto confidently recommended by tourism experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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MK Taxi\u2019s Recommended Points<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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  • The combination of cherry blossoms and the five-story pagoda is stunning and powerful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • It is close to Kyoto Station with easy access, about a 15-minute walk to Toji Temple.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The five-story pagoda, a symbol of Kyoto, looks even more beautiful with cherry blossoms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The reflection of the pagoda in Hyotan Pond and the pink of the blossoms is truly beautiful. The night illumination at Toji is impressive no matter how many times you visit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The view of the pagoda and Fujizakura reflected in the pond is wonderful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • There are so many cherry blossoms that it makes you feel \u201cI\u2019m really glad I came.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Looking up at the 120-year-old Fujizakura gives a warm, protected feeling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The 13-meter-tall Fujizakura with the illuminated pagoda behind it is beautiful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The view of Toji\u2019s buildings, cherry blossoms, and the moon reflected on Hyotan Pond is something you will want to see again and again.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Visitor Information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n