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Philosopher's Path

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哲学の道 · Cherry Blossom · Kyoto & Kansai
Cherry blossom at Philosopher's Path, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto (Ginkaku-ji to Nanzen-ji)
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About this spot

A stone path following a small canal for about 2 km between Ginkaku-ji and the Nanzen-ji area, lined with some 400 cherry trees. Many were planted by the painter Hashimoto Kansetsu, so locals call them "Kansetsu cherries".

Getting there

Nearest station
Ginkakuji-michi bus stop, northern end
Address
Sakyo Ward, Kyoto (Ginkaku-ji to Nanzen-ji)
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