Kyoto

Blossoms Along Philosopher's Path

Walk beside the canal through a sakura dream

Cathy Cawood Mar 15, 2015 - 1 min read

<p>In spring Japan goes crazy about cherry blossom!  </p>

<p>Unique spring banner of recycled kimono cloth</p>

<p>For the shops, cafes and restaurants along Philosopher's Path, spring is good for business</p>

<p>A stone lantern under pale pink blossom</p>

<p>Cherry trees against a blue sky is beautiful sight!</p>

<p>The coffee wagon will keep you caffienated!</p>

<p>A lot of people walk this path in spring!</p>

<p>Red benches and umbrellas under cherry blossom - a very Kyoto spring!</p>

Combine a romantic name like 'Philosopher's Path' with lots of cherry trees, and what do you have? One of Kyoto's loveliest attractions in spring. You can walk beside the canal through a sakura dream, thinking philosophical thoughts. When you get tired or hungry, there are plenty of cafes and restaurants along the way. There are also lots of craft stores where you can buy souvenirs for those unlucky friends that couldn't come with you!

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Cathy Cawood @cathy.cawood

I came to Japan in 2003 to teach English. I lived in Shiga prefecture for 1 year, and it still holds a special place in my heart. I lived in Kyoto for 9 years, then moved to Machida, Tokyo in 2014 after meeting my Japanese partner. I love to take photos, and my Japan in Pictures Facebook page ha...