It has long been known as "Hana-no-Daigo," or the "Daigo of Flowers," a cherry blossom viewing spot where Lord Hideyoshi held his "Daigo Hanami" (cherry blossom viewing) party. About 700 cherry trees, including weeping cherry trees, someiyoshino cherry trees, mountain cherry trees, and yaezakura cherry trees, are in full bloom one after another, making cherry blossom viewing enjoyable over a long period of time.

In the fall, the entire Daigo Mountain area within the temple grounds is dyed in autumnal hues. The most beautiful area is around Bentendo, which stands by the pond. The autumn leaves surrounding the pond and the vermilion-lacquered hall are reflected on the surface of the water like a mirror. The autumn leaves and historical buildings such as the five-story pagoda, a national treasure built in the Heian period (794-1192), also make for a magnificent sight. The maple trees and dodan-tsutsuji (azalea) on the grounds of the temple are also in full color, creating a special atmosphere unique to this time of year.

Autumn Foliage Information
Best time to see/usually mid-November to early December
Visiting hours/9:00-17:00 (Last entry/16:30)
拝観料／【三宝院・伽藍・霊宝館】3カ所券 大人1500円・中高生1000円、2カ所券 大人1000円・中高生700円、1カ所券 大人600円・中高生400円
【三宝院特別拝観】中学生以上500円、【上醍醐】無料

霊宝館秋期特別展「昔も今も地図頼み」―つたえる・たどる・かたる―
期間／10月18日（土）～11月30日（日）※休館日：11月22日（土）、23日（日）
Visiting hours/9:00-17:00 (Last entry/16:30)
拝観料／大人600円、中高生400円　※三宝院・伽藍は別途拝観料必要

［Autumn Foliage Season Information]
見頃／例年11月中旬〜12月上旬