Sagimori Shrine was built at the foot of Mt. Hiei in the Heian period (794-1185) and reconstructed in 1689 at its current location, a forest where herons, messengers of the gods, were said to have gathered.
The charm of this area is that visitors can enjoy strolling throughout the four seasons, including the changing leaves in autumn, the mountain cherry blossoms in spring, and forest bathing in early summer.

Best time to visit: Mid-November to early December
Reception desk at the shrine office/around 9:00-17:00
Free to visit the precincts

Miyake Hachimangu Shrine, known as a guardian deity of children, is a popular spot for viewing the autumn leaves. Visitors strolling in the rich nature of the northern part of Kyoto will be enchanted by the autumnal hues of the shrine grounds. The best place to enjoy the autumn leaves is by the pond with a fountain.

Best time/usually late November to early December
Prayer reception 9:00-15:00
Shrine office reception 9:00-16:00
Free to visit the precincts

Of the thousands of Kasuga shrines in Japan, [Oharano Shrine] is said to be the first to become a branch shrine.
In autumn, the precincts of the temple are dyed red with autumn leaves, and visitors can walk through a tunnel of brocade. The scenery of the pond, which was modeled after the Sarusawa Pond in Nara at the time of its construction, has become a hot topic on social networking sites because of its resemblance to Monet's famous painting "Water Lily Pond and Japanese Bridge".

Best time to see/usually mid-November to early December
Shrine office reception / 9:00-17:00
Free to visit the precincts

The temple is also known as the temple where Saigyo Houshi, a well-known poet and monk, was ordained [Shojo-ji Temple].
The precincts of Shojo-ji Temple, also known as "the temple of flowers," are beautiful with cherry blossoms in the spring and autumn leaves in the fall, offering a view that changes from season to season. The Uran Kannon (Goddess of Mercy) enshrined in the pond adjacent to the Fudo Hall contrasts wonderfully with the autumn leaves hanging in front of it.

Best time to see/usually mid-November to early December
Visiting hours/9:30-16:00
Admission fee/400 yen