Sanzenin Temple in Ohara is known for its famous garden "Arikien Garden" with its beautiful cedar grove and moss.
Surrounded by mountains, the temple offers seasonal scenery. The leaves usually change color from mid to late November, and the maple trees in the Juhokuen Garden, another garden, turn brilliant colors. The sight of red and orange leaves falling on the moss is exceptionally beautiful.

Best time to see/ Usually mid-November to late November
Visiting hours/ 9:00-17:00 (November / 8:30-17:00, December-February / 9:00-16:30)
admission feeAdults 700 yen, Junior and senior high school students 400 yen, Elementary school students 150 yen

The place where Honen first preached the teaching of Nembutsu [the Buddha's prayer] [Koumyouji Temple].
The vast precincts of the temple are dyed bright red, overwhelming visitors. In particular, the scattered autumn leaves that color the stone pavement on the women's slope and the tunnel of autumn leaves along the maple approach are breathtakingly beautiful and must-see.

Best time to see/ Usually mid-November to late November
Visiting hoursFree access to the precincts/precincts. 18:00 closing, Mikageido 9:00-16:00.
*Special autumn foliage entrance period: 9:00-16:30 (registration closes at 16:00)
mountain entry feeFree of charge
Special admission period for autumn foliage: 1,000 yen for adults (high school students and older), 800 yen for groups (20 people and over)
600 yen if you make a group reservation in advance.

It is said that [Rikao-in] originated from the pagoda of Hodan-ji temple built by Ashikaga Yoshimitsu in 1379, and was the only pagoda that remained after the Onin War.
The approach that extends straight after passing through the temple gate is a highlight of the autumn leaves. You can walk through a tunnel of natural beauty, with branches spreading out on both sides of the elegant stone-paved approach to the shrine.

Best time to see/ Usually late November to early December
Visiting hours/9:00-17:00
admission fee/400 yen

Bishamondō Hall] has a long history as a monzeki temple where Hōshinō serves as the head priest.
The sight of Chokushizaka turning red in autumn is a masterpiece. At the end of the slope is the Imperial Envoy Gate, which was given by Emperor Gosai and was completely relocated in 1693.

Best time to see/ Usually mid-November to early December
Visiting hours/ 9:00 - 17:00 (Reception close / 16:30)
admission fee/500 yen

Toji Temple was founded as a temple to protect the nation.
The five-story pagoda, a national treasure, is one of the symbolic landscapes of Kyoto. It is also known for its autumn foliage, and the contrast between the five-story pagoda and the trees in red and yellow is a must-see. During the special nighttime viewing, the temple grounds are lit up and visitors can enjoy a fantastic scenery different from that of the daytime.

Best time to see/ Usually late November to early December
Visiting hours/ Kondo and Auditorium 8:00-17:00 (registration closes at 16:30),
　　　　 Treasure House, Kanchiin 9:00 - 17:00 (reception ends at 16:30)
*Gates open from 5:00 to 17:00
admission feeFree admission to the Mikageido, dining hall, etc.
*Fees for paid areas vary depending on whether or not there is a special opening or special visit to the museum.