Kawazu Cherry Blossoms in Ichijō-modoribashi Bridge

　Alongside the Yodo Waterway and Sanjō-ōhashi Bridge, Ichijō-modoribashi Bridge is renowned for its early-blooming Kawazu cherry blossoms. They are now almost in full bloom. While Somei-yoshino cherry blossoms can only be enjoyed for about a week, Kawazu cherry blossoms are characterised by their long period from full bloom to petal fall.

　In 1591, Sen no Rikyū known as the consummate master of the Japanese tea ceremony, was ordered to commit seppuku and his head was displayed at this very spot. Ichijō-modoribashi was once a place where the heads of criminals were publicly displayed.

　Nearby lies the popular power spot, Seimei Shrine, making it a bustling tourist destination today. Yet, reflecting on its history, one can understand why people are drawn to the cherry blossoms here.