MK Co., Ltd. (Kyoto City), a taxi business based in Kyoto, has published "30 Hidden Cherry Blossom Spots in Kyoto to Avoid Crowds (2026 Edition)" on its owned media, "MK Media." The selection of less crowded cherry blossom viewing spots is based on the extensive knowledge of taxi drivers who navigate Kyoto city daily.

Background of the Article Publication During the cherry blossom season in Kyoto, major tourist destinations such as Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Maruyama Park, and Arashiyama become extremely crowded with tourists, leading to issues of congestion and inconvenient transportation. In recent years, with the recovery of inbound tourism, the congestion during the cherry blossom season has become even more pronounced. However, there are also many places within the city where visitors can enjoy cherry blossoms in a relatively relaxed atmosphere. With the aim of making Kyoto sightseeing more comfortable, MK has published an article [2026 Edition] introducing these hidden gems, based on the knowledge accumulated through its taxi operations.

About the Featured Article The article divides Kyoto city into different areas and introduces a total of 31 cherry blossom spots.

① 13 Less Crowded Cherry Blossom Hidden Gems in Rakuchu (Central Kyoto) ・Former Main Building of Kyoto Prefectural Government Office <Kamigyo Ward> ・Honmanji Temple <Kamigyo Ward> ・Myorenji Temple <Kamigyo Ward>　and others

② 4 Less Crowded Cherry Blossom Hidden Gems in Rakuto (Eastern Kyoto) ・Munetada Shrine <Sakyo Ward> ・Takenaka Inari Shrine <Sakyo Ward> ・Chotokuji Temple <Sakyo Ward> ・Yogen-in Temple <Higashiyama Ward>

③ 8 Less Crowded Cherry Blossom Hidden Gems in Rakusai (Western Kyoto) ・Taizo-in Temple <Ukyo Ward> ・Sanboji Temple <Ukyo Ward> ・Tenjingawa River <Ukyo Ward>　and others

④ 6 Less Crowded Cherry Blossom Hidden Gems in Rakunan (Southern Kyoto) ・Rokusonno Shrine <Minami Ward> ・Fushimi Momoyama Castle <Fushimi Ward> ・Kappa Country <Fushimi Ward>　and others

For each spot, highlights and access methods are also provided. Furthermore, the content can be utilized as a reference for sightseeing plans, taking into account congestion levels and location conditions.

Read the article here https://media.mk-group.co.jp/entry/sakura-anaba-best/?utm_source=prtimes

Utilizing Taxis as a Comfortable Means of Transportation for Kyoto Sightseeing During Kyoto's cherry blossom season, congestion in public transportation and increased travel time become significant challenges. By using a taxi, it is possible to efficiently visit multiple spots while avoiding crowds. MK proposes taxi usage tailored to sightseeing needs, including the hidden gems introduced in this article.

<MK Travel Spring Cherry Blossom Viewing Taxi Tours> [Known only to Kyoto connoisseurs] Spring Kyoto Nishiyama Cherry Blossom Tour https://travel.mk-group.co.jp/tourkyoto/nishiyama_sakura2026/?utm_source=prtimes

Kyoto Nishiyama Jurinji Temple Special Night Viewing ~Narihira Cherry Blossoms enveloped in light with a sermon~ https://travel.mk-group.co.jp/tourkyoto/jurinji_light2026/?utm_source=prtimes

[Easy access to the secluded Kinzoji Temple!] Kyoto Nishiyama Cherry Blossom Half-Day Taxi Tour https://travel.mk-group.co.jp/tourkyoto/nishiyama-half2026/?utm_source=prtimes

2026 Shojuin Temple Spring Special Night Viewing "Kan-o-kai" Transfer Plan https://travel.mk-group.co.jp/tourkyoto/shojuin_sakura_light2026/?utm_source=prtimes

Full Bloom Spring! Miyama, Ono Dam Cherry Blossom Festival and Keihoku, Hosenji Temple Cherry Blossoms https://travel.mk-group.co.jp/tourkyoto/oonodam-sakura/?utm_source=prtimes

About MK Media MK Media is an owned media of the MK Group that introduces Kyoto sightseeing, travel information, gourmet food, souvenirs, and more. It provides useful information for sightseeing from the unique perspective of a taxi company that knows Kyoto inside and out.

https://media.mk-group.co.jp/?utm_source=prtimes

About MK Group A corporate group that operates taxi services (primarily the heart-marked MK Taxi operating in 9 cities nationwide), chauffeur services, sightseeing buses, operation management services, car rentals, gas stations, and amusement facilities. It is highly regarded both domestically and internationally for its high-quality customer service and luxury vehicles. The group is managed by three entities: MK Holdings Group, MK West Japan Group, and Tokyo MK Co., Ltd.

The MK Holdings Group is a holding company with MK Co., Ltd., Shiga MK Co., Ltd., Nagoya MK Co., Ltd., Sapporo MK Co., Ltd., MK Sekiyu Co., Ltd., MK Kanko Bus Co., Ltd., and Best Value Energy Co., Ltd. under its umbrella. The MK West Japan Group consists of Osaka MK Co., Ltd., Kobe MK Co., Ltd., Kansai Airport MK Co., Ltd., Fukuoka MK Co., Ltd., and Okinawa MK Co., Ltd.

Company Name: MK Co., Ltd. Head Office Location: 63-1 Nishikujo Higashijima-cho, Minami-ku, Kyoto City, 601-8432 Representative: Hiroshi Maekawa, President and Representative Director Business Activities: Taxi, Chauffeur, Travel, Maintenance, Amusement ◆Website>> https://www.mk-group.co.jp/ ◆Instagram>> https://www.instagram.com/mktaxi.jp/ ◆Twitter>> https://twitter.com/MKofficial_PR ◆Facebook>> https://www.facebook.com/mkgroup1026/ ◆YouTube>>https://www.youtube.com/@MKofficial_ch/ ◆Company Profile>> https://www.mk-group.co.jp/about/company

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