A canal that begins near Miidera Temple in Otsu, carries water from Lake Biwa, through a tunnel then along the edge of Yamashina as far as Keage. Many cherry trees are planted along its length, and in Spring it is a popular place for O-hanami parties. One particular bridge draws many sightseers and photographers because yellow canola blossom is planted on both sides of the canal every year, and it makes a stunning combination with the cherry blossom.
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Spring at Biwako Canal in Kyoto
Pale pink sakura and sweet scented yellow flowers
By Cathy Cawood
Community writer
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Biwako Canal, 37-6 Anshubabanohigashichō, Yamashina-ku, Kyōto-shi, Kyōto-fu, Japan (Directions)
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Olga
9 years ago
Beautiful! We also visited Kyoto for hanami
Palupi Setiani
9 years ago
another wonderful sakura blossom photo.. awesome shot
Manushree Gangwar
10 years ago
Stunning
Febry Fawzi
10 years ago
Wooow very beautiful!
Patcharii A.
10 years ago
Seeing your cherry blossom photos just kills me! I wish I were there :)
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