To-ji (Kōbō-ji) is one of Kyoto’s most iconic World Heritage sites, renowned for its towering five-story pagoda. It is also an excellent spot for cherry blossom viewing in the spring. Every year during cherry blossom season, To-ji hosts a nighttime illumination event, allowing visitors to admire the stunning view of the cherry blossoms intertwined with the ancient pagoda under enchanting lights.
Nighttime admission fee: 1,000 yen for adults. It is recommended to visit between 18:00 and 19:30 to avoid the peak crowds.
The highlight of the scenery is the iconic five-story pagoda framed by cherry blossoms. The 55-meter-high national treasure pagoda, illuminated by lights, is beautifully complemented by the “Funi-zakura” weeping cherry tree, which is over 120 years old, creating a magical Kyoto atmosphere.
At the plaza in front of the five-story pagoda, you can capture the panoramic view of the pagoda and cherry blossoms. Additionally, the reflection of the night sakura and the pagoda on the surface of the Horoku Pond creates a poetic and picturesque scene.
To-ji’s cherry blossom night view is an experience not to be missed during Kyoto’s spring season. If you plan to visit for the cherry blossoms, it is recommended to check the illumination dates in advance and visit during the evening!
東寺（教王護國寺）是京都最具代表性的世界遺產之一，以其高聳的五重塔聞名，同時也是春季賞櫻的絕佳景點。每年櫻花季，東寺會舉辦夜間點燈活動，讓遊客在夢幻燈光下欣賞櫻花與古塔交織的美麗景色。
夜間參拜費用：成人1,000日圓，建議18:00-19:30前往，避開人潮高峰。
重點景色包括五重塔與櫻花同框。55公尺高的國寶五重塔在燈光映照下，與樹齡超過120年的「不二櫻」枝垂櫻共同呈現夢幻美景。
在五重塔前的廣場可拍攝塔與櫻花的全景，另外，葫蘆池的水面倒映夜櫻與五重塔，畫面極具詩意。
東寺的櫻花夜景是京都春季不可錯過的體驗，若計劃賞櫻，建議提前確認點燈日期，並安排傍晚時段前往！
