Search by scene Autumn foliage spots
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too much to seeSeason Mid to late November
Kurama 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. -
too much to seeSeason Late November to early December
Toji Temple
Founded in 796 (Enryaku 15) as a temple for national protection. Known for its beautiful autumn foliage, the contrast between the leaves and the five-story pagoda is a must-see. -
too much to seeSeason Mid to late November
Sanzen-in Temple
Sanzenin Temple is one of the five monasteries of the Tendai sect of Buddhism. The leaves usually change color from mid to late November, and the maple trees in Juhokuen turn brilliant colors. -
too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early December
Byodo-in Temple
This temple was founded by Fujiwara no Yorimichi. During the fall foliage season, the colored maple trees and the Phoenix Hall are reflected on the surface of the water, creating a beautiful scene. -
too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early December
Enkoji Temple
This temple was established by Tokugawa Ieyasu in 1601. The autumn leaves in the garden, which can be viewed while sitting on a seat in the shoin (drawing room), are as beautiful as if they were a painting. -
too much to seeSeason Mid to late November
Zuishin-in Temple
Zuishin-in Temple in Yamashina is a temple associated with Ono no Komachi. The temple is also known for its autumn foliage and ume plum blossoms, and maple trees can be seen throughout the temple grounds. -
too much to seeSeason Mid to late November
Komyoji Temple
The head temple of the Nishiyama Jodo sect, famous throughout Japan in recent years for its autumn foliage. The vast precincts of the temple are dyed bright red, overwhelming visitors. -
too much to seeSeason Late November to early December
Hogon-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. -
too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early December
Sagano Romantic Train
Popular sightseeing train [Sagano Trolley Train]. You can luxuriously enjoy the dynamic and fantastic autumn leaves of the Hozugawa River Gorge from the train window. -
too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early December
Jonangu
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. -
too much to see
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early December
Kodaiji Temple
The shrine was built in 1606 by Nene Kitamasasho, the wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, to mourn his death. It is also known for its beautiful autumn foliage.