The Philosopher’s Walk

With the cherry blossom in full bloom, and the sun shining brightly, it seemed like the perfect time to visit Kyoto. There were lots of beautiful things to see as ever, but the highlight for me was a gentle stroll down The Philosopher’s Walk（哲学の道）.

The last time I was there was in the autumn and the maple leaves provided a bright red backdrop to the canal and its many bridges. This time however, the colour scheme was a wash of pale pink, with the slightest gust of wind causing a blizzard of petals to fall into the water. It reminded me that nothing lasts for ever, so it’s better to simply enjoy the moment while you can.