The “Kyoto Nishiyama, Otokuni Bamboo Grove: Blue Maple and Hydrangea Red Seal Tour” will be held again this year. Due to the Buddhist belief that the Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss is in the west and the belief in the Kannon (Goddess of Mercy), there are many temples and shrines in the Nishiyama area of Kyoto, and there are many places famous for hydrangeas and azaleas. There are also red seals associated with the year of the snake, which are only available this year, making it a real pleasure to collect red seals for each year and season. First, get a pamphlet from Kyo-Navi (Kyoto General Tourist Information Center in Kyoto Station), major stations on the Hankyu Railway Kyoto Line and JR Kyoto Line, targeted shrines and temples, or on the web, and head out to Nishiyama, Kyoto in spring

【From TIC TOKYO Concierge】
The Otokuni-area is known as a production area of the luxury food “Kyo-takenoko” (bamboo shoots), which are in season from late March to May, and are served at a variety of restaurants, from historic ryotei (traditional Japanese restaurants) to casual cafes, for their soft texture and rich sweetness and flavor. Try tasting the taste of spring along with your visit to red seal restaurants.