Like last year (in Ohara), we head north of Kyoto to enjoy the cherry blossoms away from the crowds. We first drive toward Takao, then through the countryside to the Miyama Fureai Hiroba rest area. We have lunch there and try some ice cream made with local milk.
We then visit Kayabuki no Sato, a village known for its thatched roofs. After that, we head to the park by Ono Dam, which is hosting a small festival this weekend. The lake is at its lowest level at this time of year, but the park is filled with cherry trees! We head back to Kyoto in the late afternoon.
