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Kyoto's "green maple" spot where you can feel the early summer

[2023] 24 Selected Spots for "Ao Momiji" to Feel Early Summer in Kyoto

In early summer in Kyoto, where fresh greenery grows thick, the beautiful green maple trees are in full bloom. This time, the local editorial department has carefully selected and introduced the recommended spots for green maple. Looking up while looking at the blue maple leaves, let's enjoy a relaxing moment and the lush nature.

Contents of this article

1.
[Shimogamo Shrine] Wash your mind in the fresh green Tadasu no Mori / Demachiyanagi
2.
[Kitano Tenmangu Shrine] Enjoy refreshing green maple leaves at Momijien / Kamishichiken
3.
[Kiyomizu Temple] To the stage of Kiyomizu wrapped in green maple! / Shimizu
4.
[Kifune Shrine] To the approach to the green maple trees lined with Kasuga lanterns / Kifune
5.
[Kodaiji Temple] Visit the fresh greenery / Gion
6.
[Tofuku-ji Temple] Looking at the spectacular view of the green valley from Tsutenkyo Bridge / Higashiyama
7.
[Toji Temple] The contrast between the five-storied pagoda and green maple leaves is a must-see / Kujo
8.
[Nijo Castle] Towards a vividly colored World Heritage Site / Nijo
9.
[Nanzenji] The scenery where Suirokaku and green maple trees blend together is picturesque / Keage
10.
[Daikakuji Temple] Seeking the beauty of green maple trees seen across Osawa Pond / Saga-Arashiyama
11.
[Kozanji] A moment to cleanse your mind at the temple of Choju Jinbutsu Giga / Takao
12.
[Sanzen-in] The famous moss-covered garden is particularly beautiful / Ohara
13.
[Jissoin] Fascinated by the mysterious beauty of floor green / Iwakura
14.
[Jojakkoji Temple] Utopia illuminated by the transmitted light of green maple leaves / Saga-Arashiyama
15.
[Ninna-ji Temple] Vivid and beautiful green maple seen from the Imperial Palace Garden / Along Randen Kitano Line
16.
[Kurama Temple] Encounter various expressions of green maple / Kurama
17.
[Saimyoji] Enjoy both green maple and red maple leaves at once / Takao
18.
[Jingoji Temple] Be captivated by the clear green maple leaves at a temple associated with Kukai / Takao
19.
[Koetsuji Temple] In the midst of beautiful nature overlooking the three mountains of Takagamine / Takagamine
20.
[Rokuo-in Temple] The stone-paved approach becomes a tunnel of natural beauty / Saga-Arashiyama
21.
[Bishamondo] The contrast between the green maple and the vermillion Benzaiten on the hill is beautiful / Yamashina
22.
[Komyoji Temple] Surrounded by fresh green maple leaves / Nagaokakyo
23.
[Kyoto Botanical Garden] Enjoy seasonal flowers and fresh green trees / Kitayama
24.
[Umekoji Park] Refreshing blue maple leaves in the garden of Suzaku / Umekoji

6. [Tofuku-ji Temple] Looking at the spectacular view of the green valley from Tsutenkyo Bridge / Higashiyama

Tofukuji Temple is the main temple of the Tofukuji school of the Rinzai sect of Buddhism. The Tsutenkyo Bridge in the precincts is also known as a famous place for autumn leaves. About 2,000 Japanese maple trees and trident maples fill the valley with a breathtaking beauty.

Green maple at Tofukuji Temple

Visiting hours/9:00-16:00 (Reception ends/16:00)
Admission fee: Tsutenkyo/Kaisando Adults 600 yen, elementary and junior high school students 300 yen
Tofukuji Honbo Garden (Hojo) Adults 500 yen, elementary and junior high school students 300 yen
Common admission ticket: 1000 yen for adults, 500 yen for elementary and junior high school students (except for autumn)
* Visiting hours and admission fees for Tsutenkyo and Kaisando vary depending on the season.

Tofukuji Temple

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  • 15-778 Honcho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 10-minute walk from JR/Keihan Tofukuji Station
  • Tel.075-561-0087

7. [Toji Temple] The contrast between the five-storied pagoda and green maple leaves is a must-see / Kujo

[Toji] was built as a temple to protect the nation. The five-storied pagoda, a national treasure, is one of the landscapes that symbolize Kyoto. The five-storied pagoda seen through the fresh greenery from around Hyonanoike Pond is lush and beautiful. From May to June every year, you can enjoy azaleas along with blue maple leaves. The precincts are spacious, so you can take your time walking around.

Toji Temple

Opening hours / 5:00-17:00
Visiting hours/Kondo/Auditorium 8:00-17:00 (Reception closes/16:30)
Treasure Museum/Kanchi-in 9:00-17:00 (reception closes at 16:30)
Admission fee: Admission to the Miedo Hall and dining room is free.
*Admission fees for paid areas vary depending on whether there are special openings or special visits.
Kondo and Auditorium special evening admission
Dates: Saturday, April 29, 2023 to Sunday, May 7, 2023
Visiting hours: 18:00-21:30 (reception closes at 21:00)
Entrance fee: 1,000 yen for adults, 500 yen for junior high school students and younger

Toji Temple

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  • 1 Kujocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 4-minute walk from the bus stop "Toji Higashimon-mae"
    11 minute walk from Kintetsu Toji Station
  • Tel.075-691-3325

8. [Nijo Castle] Towards a vividly colored World Heritage Site / Nijo

Built by Tokugawa Ieyasu, Nijo Castle is a world cultural heritage site that has been the setting for many historical events. It is also known as a famous place for autumn leaves, but the green maple leaves around the Ninomaru Garden and Ninomaru Palace are refreshing and beautiful. Along with the Kurume Azalea in the western part of the castle and the Omurasaki Azalea planted in the Honmaru Garden, the castle is vividly colored.

Blue maple at Nijo Castle

Entrance time/8:45-16:00 (Castle closing/17:00)
Ninomaru Palace・Viewing hours/8:45~16:10
*The Honmaru Palace is currently closed for preservation and repair work.
The castle is closed/December 29-31
Closed days for Ninomaru Palace viewing: every Tuesday in January, July, August and December, December 26-28, January 1-3
If the day is a holiday, you can see the Ninomaru Palace. However, viewing is suspended on the following day
Castle entrance fee (includes Ninomaru Palace viewing fee): Adults ¥1,300, junior and senior high school students ¥400, elementary school students ¥300

Former Imperial Villa Nijo Castle

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  • Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Nakagyo Ward, Nijo-dori, Horikawa Nishiiri, Nijo Castle Town 541
  • A short walk from Nijojo-mae Subway Station
  • Tel.075-841-0096

9. [Nanzenji] The scenery where Suirokaku and green maple trees blend together is picturesque / Keage

[Nanzenji] is home to many famous places, such as the Sanmon gate, which is known for the Kabuki Goemon Ishikawa who made a great impression saying, "Isn't it a superb view, is it a superb view?" In the early summer season, the vast precincts are covered with fresh greenery, and you will be captivated by the wonderful contrast between the sub-temple and the garden. In particular, the scenery where the retro Suirokaku, made of red bricks, and the green maple trees blend together is picturesque.

Blue maple at Nanzenji Temple

Visiting hours: 8:40-17:00 (Reception closes at 16:40) *Changes depending on the season
Holidays/December 28-31
Admission fee: Hojo Garden/Sanmon Adults ¥600 each, High school students ¥500 each, Elementary and junior high school students ¥400 each
Nanzen-in: Adults 400 yen, high school students 350 yen, elementary and junior high school students 250 yen

Nanzenji Temple

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  • Fukuchicho, Nanzenji, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 10 minutes walk from Subway "Keage Station"
  • Tel.075-771-0365

10. [Daikakuji Temple] Seeking the beauty of green maple trees seen across Osawa Pond / Saga-Arashiyama

Daikakuji Temple is the head temple of the Daikakuji School of Shingon Buddhism, which retains the vestiges of the old imperial palace. Known as one of Japan's three great moon viewing spots, the green maple leaves seen across Osawa Pond are lush and refreshingly beautiful. In addition, you can enjoy the elegant scenery of azaleas in full bloom in front of the Shikidai entrance in mid-May.

Blue maple at Daikakuji Temple

Worship Hours: 9:00-17:00 (reception closes at 16:30)
*The temple area may be closed on certain days due to temple events.
Entrance fee/Temple area: Adults 500 yen, Elementary, junior high and high school students 300 yen
Osawaike area Adults 300 yen, elementary, middle and high school students 100 yen

Daikakuji Temple

  • Daikakuji
  • 4 Saga Osawacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • Short walk from Daikakuji bus stop
    20-minute walk from JR Saga-Arashiyama Station
  • Tel.075-871-0071
The information is subject to change. Please contact each store or facility directly for the latest information.
All prices include tax.
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