It is thought that Omuro-zakura (御室桜) originated in Heian times. The current cherry trees were planted in the early Edo period (江戸時代), shortly after Tokugawa Iemitsu (徳川家光 1604-51) helped rebuild the temple.
It is thought that Omuro-zakura (御室桜) originated in Heian times. The current cherry trees were planted in the early Edo period (江戸時代), shortly after Tokugawa Iemitsu (徳川家光 1604-51) helped rebuild the temple.
Between 1661-73 cherry blossom viewing at Ninna-ji became popular with the nobility. Emperor Go-Mizunoo (後水尾天皇) visited on many occasions. Originally only those of noble blood were permitted through the gates to enjoy the groves of Otafuku-zakura (お多福桜).