Kitano Baika-saior "Plum Blossom Festival" (Kitano Tenman-gu Shrine,Kyoto, Japan)
An annual celebration of plum blossoms at the historic Kitano Tenman-gu Shrine in Kyoto, welcoming spring with vibrant floral displays and cultural performances.
The Kitano Baika-sai, or Plum Blossom Festival, transforms the grounds of Kitano Tenman-gu Shrine in Kyoto into a sea of delicate white and pink blooms each February 25. Dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the shrine hosts traditional tea ceremonies and musical performances under blossoming plum trees. Visitors stroll along pathways lined with special events, vendor stalls offering seasonal treats, and illuminated night displays. This centuries-old festival marks the first bloom of spring, inviting both locals and tourists to experience the beauty and serenity of historic Japan.
Kitano Baika-sai
Kitano Tenman-gu Shrine
Kyoto