The Kuroda Hyakunen Sakura in Kyohokumiya-cho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, which is said to be the latest cherry blossom viewing spot in Kyoto City, finally reached full bloom on April 19, 2025. The mountain village, about 40 kilometers north of Kyoto City Hall, was so cold that the minimum temperature in mid-April was 0°C, and the cherry blossoms bloomed slowly. The large pale pink flowers bloom softly, allowing you to enjoy the last cherry blossom viewing of the season.
The Hyakunen Sakura is a mountain cherry tree with a mixture of double and single petals, and is said to be over 300 years old. The best viewing time is half a month later than in the city, and this year it bloomed on April 15th. It is said to be four days later than last year.
On April 19th, the old tree, about 8 meters tall, was filled with thick flowers, and tourists from all over the country pointed their cameras at it.
The nearby shop "O-rai Kurodaya" is holding a "Sakura Festival" until April 20th, and its mugwort mochi is popular. Paper-cut red seals from Kasuga Shrine, located next to the cherry blossoms, are also available exclusively during the festival.
The best time to see the cherry blossoms is expected to be around April 22nd, and the trees will be lit up until 9pm until the flowers fall. For inquiries, please contact Kurodaya at 075 (856) 0968.
