Maruyama Park
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In spring, the "Gion Weeping Cherry Blossom" is in full bloom, offering a magical night cherry blossom viewing experience. Despite its urban location, this park offers a tranquil and relaxing atmosphere, embodying the quintessential Kyoto aesthetic.
Highlights
- The beautiful cherry blossoms of the "Gion Weeping Cherry Blossom"
- The magical atmosphere of the night cherry blossoms
- A tranquil and relaxing space
- The pond garden
- The statues of Sakamoto Ryoma and Nakaoka Shintarou
Basic Information
- Address
- Maruyama-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Kyoto
- Access
- 15-minute walk from Kyoto Kawaramachi Station (Hankyu Kyoto Line) 10-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station (Keihan Main Line) 10-minute walk from Higashiyama Station (Kyoto Municipal Subway Tōzai Line) 5-minute walk from "Gion" bus stop served by Kyoto City Bus (routes 12, 31, 46, 80, Express 100, 201, 202, 203, 206, 207) and Keihan Bus (routes 83, 83A, 84, 84C, 85, 85A, 86, 86A, 86B, 87, 87A, 87B, 88, 88C) Show route
- Op.Hours
- Open 24 hours
- Cld.Days
- Open every day
- Fee
- Free
- INFO
- The park has restaurants, restrooms, and a parking lot. However, parking spaces are limited, so please use a nearby parking lot if ours is full.
Overview
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