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Special feature on famous green maple spots in Kyoto

[Latest in 2022] Kyoto's 24 spots for "green maple" to feel the early summer

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

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

16. [Contrast between the five-story pagoda and blue maple leaves is a must-see.

[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.

Opening hours / 5:00-17:00
Visiting hours/Kondo/Auditorium 8:00-17:00 (Reception closes/16:30)
     Treasure House, Kanchiin 9:00 - 17:00 (reception ends 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: April 29 (Friday) - May 8 (Sunday), 2022
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

Toji Temple

  • touji
  • 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

17. [Kyoto Botanical Garden] Enjoy seasonal flowers and fresh green trees / Kitayama

[Kyoto Botanical Garden] is Japan's first public comprehensive botanical garden and boasts one of the largest scales in the country. The lush camphor trees near the main gate welcome you in a refreshing way. In the pond around Nakaragi no Mori, green maple leaves are reflected on the surface of the water, and together with the surrounding moss, it creates a mysterious atmosphere. Enjoy seasonal flowers and the fresh green of various trees while taking a leisurely stroll through the vast garden.

Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (Last entry: 16:00) Viewing greenhouse: 10:00-16:00 (Last entry: 15:30)
Admission fee/viewing greenhouse entrance fee: 200 yen for adults, 150 yen for high school students, free for junior high school students and younger

Prefectural Botanical Garden Green Momiji

Kyoto Botanical Garden

  • Kyoto Furitsu Shokubutsuen
  • Shimogamohangicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • A short walk from Kitayama Subway Station
  • Tel.075-701-0141

18. [Vivid and beautiful blue maples seen from the Gosho Garden / Nishijin, Kyoto, Japan

Ninna-ji Temple was founded by Emperor Uda in the early Heian period and has a deep connection with the imperial family. With the five-storied pagoda as a borrowed scenery, the green maple leaves seen from the garden of the Imperial Palace are vivid and beautiful to the eye. Since 2019, the green maple trees have been lit up, and you can enjoy a fantastic scenery that is different from the daytime.

Visiting hours: Imperial Palace Garden 9:00-17:00 *Changes depending on the season
Admission fee: Imperial Palace garden: Adults 800 yen, high school students and younger free
    Reihokan (limited time only) 500 yen for adults, free for high school students and younger
Ninnaji blue maple light up
Dates: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and holidays from May 27 (Friday) to July 24 (Sunday), 2022
Visiting hours: 19:00-21:00 (reception starts at 18:30, reception ends at 20:30)
Admission fee: 1,000 yen for adults, free for high school students and younger

Blue maple at Ninna-ji Temple

Ninnaji Temple

  • Nina
  • 33 Omuro Ouchi, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • A short walk from the bus stop "Omuro Ninnaji"
    5 minutes walk from Randen "Omuro-Ninnaji Station"
  • Tel.075-461-1155

19. [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.

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
    Osawa Pond area Adults 300 yen, elementary, junior high and high school students 100 yen

Blue maple at Daikakuji Temple

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

20. [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.

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
    Nanzenin Adults 400 yen, high school students 350 yen, elementary and junior high school students 250 yen

Blue maple at Nanzenji Temple

Nanzenji Temple

  • what the hell
  • Fukuchicho, Nanzenji, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 10 minutes walk from Subway "Keage Station"
  • Tel.075-771-0365
The information is subject to change. Please contact each store or facility directly for the latest information.
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