Akane KibuneJul 9, 20181 min readLotus Flowers in Osawa no Ike PondEversince the Heian (平安) period, the Sagano (嵯峨野) district has been capturing many noblemens' heart with its beautiful scenery. There in...
Akane KibuneJun 27, 20181 min readHydrangea and Murasakishikibu (Japanese Beautyberry)The signature flower of this rainy season in Japan is Ajisai (紫陽花, hydrangeas). The view of pretty purple flowers blooming in the rain is...
Akane KibuneJun 22, 20181 min readSuirokaku, a Raised AqueductIn the premises of Nanzen-ji (南禅寺) temple, the Suirokaku (水路閣, a raised aqueduct) was built in order to complete the Biwako Sosui Bunsen...
Akane KibuneJun 13, 20181 min readNejiri-Manpo, a Queer Brick TunnelAround the Keage (蹴上) station of subway line, there are many historic spots related to the Biwako-sosui (琵琶湖疎水, Lake Biwa canal), such as...
Akane KibuneApr 15, 20181 min readA Cherry Tree at Joshokoji TempleThe charm of cherry blossoms is sometimes mysterious. It makes us happy, brings us excitment, and sometimes enchants our hearts. I have...
Akane KibuneMar 25, 20181 min readOsawa-no Ike Pond in Spring ColorsIn the beginning of the Heian (平安) period, the Emperor Saga (嵯峨天皇) built his villa in this land of Saga (嵯峨). On the vast premises of the...
Akane KibuneMar 25, 20181 min readFlowers at Historical SitesSpring in Kyoto becomes even more attractive with many kinds of flowers. Everybody starts to speak about Ohanami (お花見, cherry blossom...
Akane KibuneMar 25, 20181 min readKonoe no Itozakura (Weeping-Branch Cherry Tree) at Kyoto Gyoen National GardenIf you ask me, "what is the best spot to enjoy the view of early blooming weeping cherry tree?", I would reply, "please try Konoe no...
