I like this winter event ! End of March SAKURA start to bloom and the light up the temple with beautiful SAKURA is very beautiful.
From Shoren-in Temple in the north, past Yasaka Shrine, to Kiyomizu Temple in the south, 4.6km of walking paths will be adorned with ground lanterns and ikebana artwork are lit up.
During this time there will be various events, with traditional arts on a special stage. The surrounding temples and shrines will hold special viewings and illumination events.
What is Hanatoro“Elegance” and “sophistication” are the words of the day as the Kyoto night sky lights up with hanatoro.
Kyoto’s famous temple, shrines, historical and cultural heritage sites and facilities, and streets are adorned with ground lanterns and ikebana artwork are lit up. During this time there will also be traditional arts performances, Japanese traditional music concerts, and art exhibitions featuring Kyoto art students.
For more information:
Main EventsHanatouroIkebana PromenadeModern Ikebana ExhibitionBamboo Lanterns, Ethereal WatersTraditional Chinese DancingTaiko DrumsRickshaw rides down flower paths
DetailsDate: March 14 – 23, 2008
Time: 18:00-21:30
Place: Kyoto Higashiyama area
you can walk to there from our hotel.