Shrine · Kitano
Hirano Shrine 平野神社
Ancient shrine near Kitano Tenmangu famed for about 60 cherry varieties, with blossoms from late March to late April; one of the Twenty-Two Shrines.
PriceFree
Getting thereRanden Kitano-Hakubaicho Station, 7 min walk; city bus Kinugasako-mae 3 min
Time needed30-60 min
Best timeLate March to mid April
Address1 Hirano Miyamotocho, Kita-ku, Kyoto 603-8322
Websitehiranojinja.com
About
Hirano Shrine was moved to Kyoto with the capital in 794 and was one of the top-ranked Twenty-Two Shrines of the Heian court. Its precinct is planted with many rare cherry varieties, giving one of Kyoto's longest blossom seasons, and an evening cherry festival is held on April 10. The main halls are an Important Cultural Property.
Highlights
- Many cherry varieties with a long season
- Hirano Sakura Festival (April 10)
- Main hall (Important Cultural Property)
- Night cherry viewing
Tips
- 7 min walk from Randen Kitano-Hakubaicho Station
- Combine with Kitano Tenmangu
- Free to enter
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