Experience the cherry blossoms at Togetsukyo Bridge in Arashiyama in spring

📍Arashiyama Togetsukyo Bridge:
A must-see spot for enjoying cherry blossoms in Kyoto. Cherry trees and mountains are beautifully harmonizing on both sides of this old bridge across the Katsura River. The name Togetsukyo Bridge means "crossing the river under the moon" and its history dates back to the Kamakura period (about the end of the 9th century). It was designed by the monk Dosho and built for a procession to dedicate a Buddha statue, but gradually became an important landmark of Kyoto. The Arashiyama area has been known as a playground for aristocrats since the Heian period, and its beautiful scenery is also depicted in The Tale of Genji. Togetsukyo Bridge not only connects the two banks, but is also a source of inspiration for literati and artists, and its tranquil scenery conveys a thousand years of history and culture, and still attracts many tourists.

🕒Prediction of the best cherry blossom season: from the end of March to mid-April every year. Time with few people: Before 7am, the morning light pours on the flowers, the scenery is beautiful, and there are few people. Night cherry blossom viewing: In some years, the bridge is lit up at night, creating a fantastic atmosphere.

🚗Access guideFrom Kyoto Station: 🚃Take the JR Sanin Line to "Saga-Arashiyama Station" and walk for 10 minutes.

🚃Take the Keifuku Electric Railway Arashiyama Main Line to "Arashiyama Station" to get closer to the tourist spot.

From the city center: 🚎Take Kyoto Bus Line 28 to "Arashiyama Tenryuji-mae".

🌸How to enjoy cherry blossoms at Togetsukyo BridgeWalking across the bridge: Walk slowly across Togetsukyo Bridge and enjoy the spectacular view of the sea of ​​pink flowers and green mountains on both sides. Viewing cherry blossoms on the riverbank: Enjoy the cherry blossoms up close under the bridge, or rent a small boat and float down the Katsura River to enjoy the cherry blossoms reflected on the water and the sky. Best angle for taking photos: Stand on the west side of the bridge and take a dreamy photo of the haze through the cherry blossoms in the backlight, or look into the distance from the north side in the morning and enjoy the symmetrical composition of Togetsukyo Bridge and Arashiyama.

🍡Nearby gourmet recommendations: Sakura manju and dango sold at Japanese confectionery shops around Sagano are not too sweet and are delicious! Bamboo tube matcha ice cream: You can find them near the Sagano bamboo forest, and eating them while walking is full of a sense of ritual. Yudofu: Enjoy Kyoto's traditional tofu dishes at Tofu Cuisine Shoroan in Arashiyama while overlooking Togetsukyo Bridge.

🛍️Must-buy small souvenirs: Sakura incense bags: Sagano's handmade incense bags have a refreshing cherry blossom scent. Fans and washi paper: Kyoto's distinctive handicrafts featuring Togetsukyo Bridge and cherry blossoms are perfect for gifts and personal use.
🏞️Things to do in the areaSagano Bamboo Forest: Arrive in 10 minutes on foot, walk through the bamboo forest path, and feel the poetry of spring with the harmony of cherry blossoms and bamboo.
Tenryu-ji Temple: A World Heritage Site near Togetsukyo Bridge, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the garden under the cherry blossom trees.
Arashiyama Small Train: A romantic experience of riding a retro tourist train through a tunnel of cherry blossoms.
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Post by _FireBlaze. | Feb 20, 2025