Kyoto’s Ninnaji: Pagoda in a Sea of Blossoms

Cherry blossoms adorn Niōmon, the gate at the main entrance to Ninnaji.

To the west past the Chūmon is an area full of omuro-zakura trees in bloom.

When these short omuro-zakura trees are in full bloom, they appear to form a pink hedge.

Omuro-zakura blossoms produce large flowers.

The pagoda seen from the rise, over the tops of the trees.

Ōsawa-zakura trees have flowers with many overlapping, darker-hued petals.

Ariake cherry trees are distinguished by their white flowers and elegant scent.