OK! In one of my recent posts, I mentioned that the plum tree is not so easy to find and that only major parks have them. Well, I take that back. They're everywhere! On sidewalks, in people's yards and so on. For as long as I've been here, you'd think I'd know.
This (same with the plum pic) was taken at Sankeien. As far as I can remember, Sankeien has always had stray cats roam the area. They seem to be used to us humans because they don't run away when you get close to them and they sleep anywhere and everywhere, as you can see in this photo. For whatever reason, this cat decided to sleep about 7 feet up in a tree, near the entrance of Sankeien, as if he/she was waiting for someone to come along and snap a shot of him/her.

Rinshunkaku.
at Sankeien.

Plum Blossoms are in full bloom! And there aren't many places to actually see these flowers. Major parks may have a few trees but mostly have cherry blossom trees instead. Sankeien Garden is a good place to see them because they've got a ton of Plum trees there.

We (my sisters, brother and I) grew up in Honmoku, Yokohama, where Sankeien is. Since we lived only minutes away, we basically know this place like the back of our hands. Since I live further away now, I don't get to visit as often. But every time I go there, it brings back memories of growing up . This photo was taken just inside the south gate.

Sankeien is a major tourist sight in Yokohama (download the guide book for Sankeien Garden here!) Most pavilions were built in Kyoto, dating as far back as the 15th century, then brought to Yokohama. Plus, Sankeien has the oldest Pagoda (built in 1457) in the Kanto region. Sankeien also has events going on throughout the year: Plum Blossom viewing, Cherry Blossom viewing, exhibitions, night openings, etc. etc. etc. If you're looking for a taste of Kyoto in Kanto, it is definitely the place to visit.