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Kyoto’s cherry blossom season is one of the most visited times of year in the city \u2014 and staying at THE MACHIYA EBISUYA puts you in a good position to enjoy it without fighting the biggest crowds. Here are two spots we recommend, both easy to reach from the hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kyoto Bunka Kyokai (Kyoto Culture Association) \u2014 About 10 Minutes on Foot<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This one often gets overlooked in favor of the bigger, more famous spots, which is exactly why we like it. The building itself is a converted old middle school, and the retro architecture gives the whole place a quieter, more local feel. The early-blooming cherry trees here tend to open before the main season peaks, so if you’re visiting in late March, this is a great first stop. A short walk from the hotel, no admission, no crowds \u2014 just cherry blossoms against an old Kyoto building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Konoe-tei Ruins, Kyoto Gyoen National Garden \u2014 10 to 15 Minutes by Subway or Taxi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For something more dramatic, head to the northwest corner of Kyoto Gyoen (the large imperial garden in the center of the city) where the weeping cherry trees at the former Konoe residence site are located. These are the “ito-zakura” \u2014 literally “thread cherries” \u2014 with long, drooping branches covered in pale pink blossoms that hang like a curtain. It’s a well-known spot among locals during peak season, so arriving in the morning is a good idea. The garden itself is free to enter and large enough that it rarely feels overwhelming even when busy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting There from the Hotel<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kyoto Bunka Kyokai is about a 10-minute walk. Kyoto Gyoen is 10\u201315 minutes by subway or taxi. If the weather is good, the walk to either spot through the neighborhood streets is part of the experience \u2014 Kyoto in spring on a clear day is hard to beat.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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