Flowers in June
Most parts of Japan get into Tsuyu ( rainy season ), which lasts from
the beginning of June to mid July. Though it's not the most suitable season
for sightseeing, temple gardens get so lively and attractive in rain.
Here are some of the best spots to see flowers in June.
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Sarasoju
( Sal Tree )
JUN.12 - 30 9:30AM - 4:00PM
Torin-in Temple ( Sub temple of Myoshinji )
Torin-in is one of the Myoshinji's Sub temples which is not usually open
to the public. But when the 300 year sal tree blooms, people can visit
this temple to enjoy this white flowers.
The sal tree reminds us of the classic war tale "Heike Monogatari"
which narrates the rapid declined and tragic downfall of the maighty Taira
clan (Heike) .
¥1,580 ( with green tea)¥5,570 ( with green tea
and vegetarian meal )[ Torin-in Temple ( Sub temple of Myoshinji) ]
Access : JR Sagano-line "Hanazono" Station
JR Bus, "Myoshinji Kitamon-mae"
City Bus No. 26, 8, 10 "Myoshinji Kitamon-mae"
Kakitsubata
( Iris )
Early May - Late May
Heian Shrine
In the garden of Heian Shrine, various kind of flowers ( wisteria, iris
etc ) are in bloom.
¥600[ Heian Shrine ]
Tel : 075-761-0221
Access : City Bus No.5 "Kyotokaikan-Bijutsukan-mae"
Sarasoju
( Sal Tree ) 
Kakitsubata
( Iris ) 