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Before I went to Kyoto, everyone was telling me that I'd chosen the right season to go.

And they were spot on.




The cherry blossoms were beautiful. They weren't all quite out in full bloom yet - I can hardly imagine sightseeing next week with all the tourists and hanami parties that will be stampeding the temples and the parks. It would be unbearable. So I'm glad I was there slightly before.




I know some of them look a bit bare. But use your imagination! When they're in full bloom, they're gonna be stunning.



I never tire of looking at sakura. My friend said it's because they're pink and pink is my favourite colour! LOL! I just think they're so beautiful! I walk around and when I see them proudly standing there in their full blossoming glory, it just makes me sigh, stop and stare at them. And I love watching lil' Japanese old people run over and peek out between the flowers.

So cute.

xx