Search by scene Autumn foliage spots
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Season Mid-November to early DecemberShinnyodo
Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple is a temple of the Tendai sect, and its official name is [Shinsho Gokuraku-ji Temple]. Founded in 984 (Eikan 2). It is also known as a famous place for autumn leaves.Google Map -
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Season Late November to early DecemberYangkuji Temple
The temple was founded in 806 (Daido-gen) in the early Heian period (794-1185). During the fall foliage season, trees such as maples and maple trees turn brilliant colors.Google Map -
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Period: Early to late NovemberJingoji Temple
Jingo-ji Temple, a temple associated with Kukai, is a hidden spot where visitors can enjoy the contrast between the lush, beautiful moss garden and the autumn leaves.Google Map -
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Season Mid to late NovemberKurama Temple
Kuramadera Temple is a power spot known as the place where Ushiwakamaru trained. The rich nature of Mt. Kurama will enchant you with its autumn foliage.Google Map -
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Season Mid-November to early DecemberJonangu
It was built as a national guardian deity in the south of the capital on the occasion of the relocation of the capital to Heian period (794-1185). It is widely worshipped as a god of protection from the sun. It is known for its autumn leaves, weeping plum blossoms, and camellias.Google Map -
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Time of year Mid-November to mid-DecemberKyoto Gyoen
The Kyoto Gyoen (Kyoto Imperial Garden) is loved by many Kyoto residents for its seasonal flowers and trees. In autumn, maple trees, ginkgo trees, and maple trees gradually change color.Google Map -
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Season Mid-November to early DecemberKozanji Temple
Kozanji Temple is famous for its World Heritage Site and National Treasure, the caricatures of birds, animals, and humans. From the porch of the national treasure Seoksuin Temple, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Mukoyama and the autumn leaves.Google Map -
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Season: late October to early DecemberNison-in Temple
This temple is closely associated with Honen Shonin. The approach to the temple past the main gate is called "Baba of Autumn Leaves" and is famous for its autumn foliage.Google Map -
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Season Mid to late NovemberJojakkoji Temple
The name [Jojakkoji Temple] derives from a Buddhist term meaning the most idealistic of all the worlds where Buddha lives. In autumn, the approach to the temple is decorated with autumn leaves.Google Map -
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Early November to late NovemberSaimyoji Temple
[Saimyo-ji Temple is a favorite spot for viewing the autumn leaves! The colorful autumn leaves peek out from the main hall, providing an elegant view.Google Map -
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Season Mid to late NovemberReikanji Temple
Reikanji Temple is also known as the "temple of camellias. The temple is usually closed to the public, but is open to the public twice a year, in spring and fall, when the temple grounds are decorated with azaleas and camellias in spring and Japanese maples and maple trees in fall.Google Map -
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Season Mid-November to early DecemberHogon-in Temple
One of the Tenryu-ji temple's pagoda temples. Normally closed to the public, it is open for special viewing from early October and illuminated in November during the fall foliage season.Google Map