Search by scene Autumn special viewing
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beginning to colorPeriod early to late November
Kifune Shrine
[Kibune Shrine is dedicated to the god Takakami-no-mikoto, who is in charge of water supply. It is a favorite spot for locals to visit for the autumn foliage!Google Map -
beginning to colorSeason Late November to early December
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is famous as the god of learning. The shrine's main gate is a "maple garden" with approximately 350 maple trees.Google Map
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beginning to colorSeason 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.Google Map -
beginning to colorSeason Mid to late November
Tofukuji Temple
The main temple of the Tofukuji sect of the Rinzai Sect of Zen Buddhism, with approximately 2,000 maple trees and maples in full autumnal hues from mid to late November.Google Map -
beginning to colorSeason Mid-November to early December
Rurikoin Temple
This is a branch temple of Jodo Shinshu's Muryozan Komyoji Temple, which has its main temple in Gifu. It is open to the public in spring and fall. The contrast between the autumn leaves and moss is very beautiful in the fall.Google Map -
The best time to seeTime: Early November to early December
Ninnaji Temple
The temple was founded by the 59th Emperor Uda in 888 (Ninna 4) during the early Heian period. The autumn leaves adorning the majestic five-story pagoda and other structures are exceptionally beautiful.Google Map -
beginning to colorSeason Mid-November to early December
Former Imperial Villa Nijo Castle
Tokugawa Ieyasu built the castle in 1603. It is also known for its beautiful autumn foliage, with ginkgo and maple trees turning beautiful colors.
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beginning to colorSeason 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.
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beginning to colorTime of year Mid-November to late November
Chion-in Temple
The head temple of the Jodo sect. In the fall, the autumn foliage of Japanese maples and zelkova trees is beautiful, especially in the Yuzen Garden and Hojo Garden.Google Map -
Best time 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.Google Map -
beginning to colorSeason Mid-November to early December
Tenryu temple
It was built by Ashikaga Takauji in 1339. The Sogen Pond Garden, which retains the atmosphere of those days, changes its appearance depending on the season, and is tinted with autumn leaves in fall.Google Map -
beginning to colorSeason Late November to early December
Daigoji Temple
This ancient temple is also known for Hideyoshi Toyotomi's "Daigo no Hanami" (cherry blossom viewing in Daigo). The maple trees and dodan-tsutsuji (azalea) on the temple grounds are colorfully tinted, creating a special atmosphere unique to this time of year.Google Map