The Calm Beneath Crimson Eaves: Spring at Tochoji Temple

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I turned a corner and found spring waiting quietly in a temple courtyard. At Tochoji, centuries of Zen sat still beneath blooming sakura.

The contrast was breathtaking—ancient red beams and stone Buddhas framed by soft, fleeting pink. I watched petals fall like prayers, slow and silent. There was no rush here, only reverence. Even the breeze seemed careful not to disturb the moment. In a city that moves fast, Tochoji blooms slowly—and that’s its gift.

Tips: Visit early to enjoy the quiet before tourist groups arrive. Don’t miss the Great Buddha Hall. Easily walkable from Gion Station (Exit 1).

Post by _Traveltastic_ | May 15, 2025