Bustling with tourists year round, Higashioji-dori is an eight-kilometer street running north-south in Kyoto’s east with a university; historical shrines and temples; and a famous park for cherry blossoms - Japan’s unofficial national flower. The new and ancient temples along this street have magnificent art, stunning Japanese gardens, dazzling lacquer art, and many other impressive features. Discover a lucky shrine that makes unusual wishes come true. The delicious Japanese sweets and cute bags sold along here make good souvenirs. Enjoy this trip along Higashioji-dori.