To welcome the early spring is the Hanatouro, which will be held in March 2012 in Higashiyama, home of the Kiyomizu Temple. The Hanatouro, a 10-day event in December and March, was originated so that tourists and locals alike could appreciate the night scenery of places usually only visited during the daytime. By placing Japanese lanterns at ground level to illuminate the city streets, cultural heritage sites, temples and other locations that resound with the unique character of Japan, Hantouro has created a new vision of Kyoto. (via Special Events - Official Tourism Guide for Japan Travel)
