Kennin-ji is of the best Zen Temple in Kyoto, located just south of Kyoto’s famous Gion geisha district. The temple has beautiful zen gardens and artworks.
Senko-ji Temple (千光寺) / Kyoto
Senko-ji, a small zen temple, located on the Arashiyama mountainside that offers a panoramic view of the city of Kyoto, and some peace and quiet.
Tenjuan Garden (天授庵) / Kyoto
In the Nanzen-ji Temple’s grounds, a few steps away from the Sanmon-gate is the Tenjuan. In Autumn, the garden is colored with brilliant red autumn leaves.
Nariai-ji Temple (成相寺) / Kyoto
Nariai-ji Temple is located in Kyoto’s Miyazu area on the northen side of the Amanohashidate sandbar. Visitors can see the one of the best scenic views.
Shinnyo-do Temple / Kyoto
Shinnyo-do, located in Kyoto near Ginkaku-ji temple has a beautiful three-storied pagoda. The temple is a popular spot for cherry blossoms and autumn colors.
Yuki-Jinja Shrine (由岐神社) / Kyoto, Kurama
Yuki-Jinja, a quiet Momoyama-style shrine in moss-covered grounds, located in sacred Mt. Kurama on the north side of Kyoto. The Fire Festival is held on OCT 22.
Bishamon-do Temple (毘沙門堂) / Kyoto
Bishamon-do Temple, located in Kyoto is one of the Tendai sect of Buddhism. Autumn leaves is very famous, and the temple’s grounds become colorful.
Jingo-ji Temple (神護寺) / Kyoto
Jingo-ji Temple, located on the hillside of Mt. Takao is one of the best spots for autumn leaves. Visitors can see a great view of the valley of Kiyotaki river.
Rurikoin Temple (瑠璃光院) / Kyoto
Rurikoin, a buddhist temple is located in Yase, Kyoto’s northern mountains to offer stunning sites and an amazing atmosphere in spring and autumn.
Komyo-ji Temple (光明寺) / Kyoto
Komyo-ji Temple in Nagaokakyo is filled with brilliant red maple trees in the late November. Visitors can see an awsome picturesque scenery.
Tofuku-ji Temple (東福寺) / Kyoto
Tofuku-ji is a large Zen temple in Kyoto with unique and beautiful Zen gardens, is particularly famous for its spectacular autumn colors.
Adashino Nenbutsu-ji Temple / Kyoto
Adashino Nenbutsu-ji Temple, located at the end of the Saga-Toriimoto preserved street in Arashiyama is filled with hundreds of stone statues.