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A chance to see two weddings in Kyoto
So this post will look at my week long visit to Kyoto in 2012…I had done a lot of research and wanted to visit a particular canal as it was renowned for its cherry blossoms which are growing along the river banks, outside beautiful Japanese houses. I was not disappointed – the blossoms were beautiful!!
Sakura is the Japanese word for cherry blossoms and they could be one of the most beautiful things to see [ever] and Kyoto is definitely the place to see them. But not only did I see the amazing cherry blossom trees but was very fortunate to see two weddings. Both brides were dressed very differently and they certainly didn’t seem to mind me (and many others) taking photos. They looked so happy; smiling at each other and just enjoying their very special day.
Cherry blossoms bloom between March and May each year and the internet provides a calendar of where in Japan the trees will blossom so if you are considering visiting, it is essential that you check out the dates the trees are blossoming and their location otherwise you may miss the blossoming as the trees blossom in different places at different times.
It’s funny how many photos you can take of the cherry blossoms as they are so amazingly beautiful. The weddings were very special too.
It was so lovely just walking along the canal and looking at the Japanese homes, the beautiful cherry blossoms and the grooms and brides dressed in their traditional Japanese clothes.
Sue's Fabulous Travels 
I love both couples’s outfits! It’s great that you got the chance to be there while the weddings were happening.
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Sakura is the best time to visit Japan… few time I was lucky enough to be there during the blossoming of the cherry trees!
And Kyoto and the Nara Park not to far, are still in my heart. I dearly wish to be able to go back there once more, taking both my kids and husband!
Thank you for sharing these wonderful pictures.
:-)claudine
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Spring is a wonderful time. In Germany many people have in their gardens also cherry trees and there are many streets around lined with those trees turning the grey dull city into a spectacular pink and white
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Beautiful wedding photos, Sue! I love the cherry blossoms. 🙂
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So beautiful. It doesn’t get much prettier than that!
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I grew up outside of Vancouver BC, and we had a cherry blossom season too but our trees are smaller and seem groomed. The trees in your photos are just stunning! I love the branches devoid of greenery and the way the blossoms seem to drip off of them.
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Yes I was very fortunate Sophie. It will always be a lovely memory.
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You are most welcome Claudine. It’s lovely you have also had the opportunity to visit and see the cherry blossoms. Thanks again so much for stopping by.
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I would love to see Germany one day also. It sounds beautiful especially during Spring.
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Thanks Amy. The weddings were different but both lovely to see.
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Thank you so much for taking the time to comment. So much beauty around this world and cherry blossoms certainly are part of that beauty.
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Thank you so much. I have seen Apple blossoms in China and they seem to be so different too. Really appreciate your comment.
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Thank you, Sue! I appreciate your visit and comment. 🙂
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I think it always depends on the area. Here in the north where we live it is not that beautiful during spring time, except when the sun is shining. We are located between the North Sea and the Baltic Sea resulting in very stormy weathers during spring and autumn
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What beautiful photos! I have yet to see cherry blossoms in person, but they are such magical flowers. This wedding looks absolutely lovely too. Lovely photos.
Rae | Love from Berlin
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Thank you so much Rae. Very lovely comments. Please whenever you get a chance see the cherry blossoms in person. They are spectacular.
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I am grateful for the timeliness of your arrival. The wedding clothing is beautiful. Your contributions continue to be just spectacular. Thank you.
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Gosh you are so lovely JoHanna, always with such lovely compliments. I genuinely appreciate them. Thank you!!!
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You have created a beautiful space Sue T. Showing and telling me of a part of the world I have never experienced. I am grateful.
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I would absolutely love to buy a red kimono similar to these when I travel there. It is so lovely. What a beautiful time of year in Kyoto.
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It was gorgeous Simone. When you get there you will just love it.
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Hi Sue, that’s it, we’ve booked tickets to Japan for August, yay!!! I’m so happy 🙂 Prepare to see on your WordPress a lots of pages logged on from France, as I intend to use each and every info you gave about your trips to Japan!! Starting here on this post, do you remember the name and area of this particular canal you saw weddings along? I am trying to set a mental map of Kyoto in order to get organized with my trip plan. Thanks a lot in advance!
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Hi Sophie. Sorry this has taken so long to get back to you. I know it’s the Kyoto River and I think it’s in Northern Higashiyama as I also went to the Path of Philosophy (def worth a visit) and they are in the same area. Hope this helps with your preparation. Regards Sue
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Yes it does help a lot because I was wondering if the Path of Philosophy was wortha visit! Will definitely go there then!!! Thanks for your time 🙂
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