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
9 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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