After Emperor Uda became a monk, in December of the first year of the Engi era (901), he established a throne room within the temple and made it his residence for legal affairs, hence the name Omuro. This temple in Kyoto has around 200 cherry trees, and the peak of the season is around March 21st, when a memorial service for the portrait of Kobo Daishi is held at the Soshido Hall, and many people gather to see the blossoms. As it is close to the mountains, the wind is always strong, and the leaves are ruffled, and the temple is surrounded by low trees.
Mount Yoshino, Yamato Province
Mount Yoshino, long known as a famous cherry blossom viewing spot in the upper reaches of the Kinokawa River in central Nara Prefecture, has 1,000 cherry trees in each of the Shimo, Naka, Kami and Oku regions. It is also home to a training center for Shugendo and historical sites of the Southern Court, and is famous for the beauty of Yamato Valley, where a detached palace was built. There is a poem in Ogi no Kobun that reads, "The falling flowers in the inner sanctuary of Yoshino make one feel the impermanence of the flowers, and when one visits as an ordinary person, it is embarrassing to see the fields of cherry blossoms in full bloom with their leaves still tied around them.
Musashi Province Edo Sumida River
This Mukojima was one of Hiroshige's specialties, and he often depicted it in woodblock prints and hand-painted works. It has long been known as a famous cherry blossom viewing spot, and even today it is crowded with many visitors during this time of year. There is a small teahouse in the middle of the bank, and this painting depicts the tranquil bank of Mukojima as seen from a spot close to Azumabashi Bridge. In the background on the right is the stone torii gate of Minomiya Shrine, and in the distance Mount Tsukuba can be seen.
Tsukigase, Yamato Province
It is located in Tsukigase Village, Soekami County, Nara Prefecture. It is located downstream from Nabari City, Mie Prefecture, and is famous for its plum groves. Rai Sanyo wrote, "The two mountains are close together, and a clear valley is formed. The road is cut off, and travelers can ferry. Water and plum blossoms compete for space, and the shadows are slanted across the river, overflowing with countless jewels." This describes the plum valley and the murmuring Satsuki River to the east, and appeals to the viewer with a feeling of pure spring water.
Kintai Bridge, Suo Province
This wooden bridge spans the Nishiki River in Iwakuni City, eastern Yamaguchi Prefecture, and is about 193 meters long, in the shape of five consecutive drum bridges. It was washed away by flooding in 1950, but was restored. It is said to be one of Japan's three most unusual bridges, along with Saruhashi Bridge in Otsuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture. The Dai Nippon Dochu Koji Hosomi-ki states, "The bridge is one of the famous bridges in the western part of Japan. Three of the bridges have no bridge pillars," and this picture is no exception. Don't miss how the bridge is made impressive by the mist from the distant mountains.
Mount Ibuki, Mino Province
This 1,377m mountain is located on the border between Shiga and Gifu prefectures. At the southeastern foot of the mountain is the famous battlefield of Sekigahara. It is also known for its herb gardens, and the mugwort made from the mugwort grown here is famous, which has led to it being nicknamed "moxibustion." The painting depicts a rural area with red blossoms, perhaps cherry blossoms, at the foot of the mountain, and the stream and the footpath beside it provide a delight to the eye with their lyrical charm.
Mount Fuji in Suruga Province
Its majestic appearance makes it known as the highest mountain in Japan, and it has been depicted in picture scrolls and other works since ancient times. The 3,776m high peak is covered in snow on its summit and surrounded by a sea of clouds, creating an indescribably solemn feeling. It is believed that Princess Konohanasakuya resides there, and the Fuji-ko cult was popular in Edo, with many people climbing the mountain. It has been said that the beautiful Fuji is an upside-down fan, but it depicts Fuji in its natural state.
Mount Mikami, Omi Province
Mount Mikami is a mountain east of Moriyama, located near the southeast of Lake Biwa. It is 432 meters high and is also known as Omi Fuji. It is sometimes painted together with the lake scenery, but here it is particularly interesting that its not so high mountain form is piled up to form a peak. In contrast, four tall trees are placed on the right side, and the middle road, river, and low flowering trees are drawn, skillfully harmonizing with the mountains on the screen.
Futamigaura, Ise Province
Ise Province occupies most of present-day Mie Prefecture, excluding the western, southern, and eastern ends, and is surrounded by mountains on three sides, while on the other side it faces Ise Bay, which is surrounded by the three peninsulas of Atsumi, Chita, and Shima. In Ise, there is the Inner Shrine, where Amaterasu Omikami is enshrined, and the Outer Shrine, where Toyouke Omikami is enshrined. Futamigaura is also known as a famous spot for the Meoto Iwa Rocks (northern Shima Peninsula), which are always decorated with a large shimenawa rope.
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