Eikan-do temple in Kyoto has more than 1,100 years of history and is dedicated to “Amida”. The temple is also well-known as “Eikan-do in Maple Leaves”.
Enko-ji Temple / Kyoto
Enko-ji is located in northern Kyoto. It provides lovely views of greenery in summer and stunning autumn colours in late November.
Autumn colours: maple leaf viewing spots in Osaka/Nara/Kyoto
Japan is also famous for autumn colour. the best viewing spots for maple leaves with historical site in Kansai area including famous spots to hidden spots.
Jojakko-ji Temple (常寂光寺) / Kyoto, Arashiyama
This mountainside Jojakko-ji was founded in 1596, is famous for autumn leaves. The temple has a quiet atmosphere, with small, attractive buildings and gates.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple (清水寺) / Kyoto
Visit Kiyomizu-dera in Kyoto, famous for its stunning wooden stage Kiyomizu-no-butai, attracting over 5 million visitors every year.
Daikaku-ji Temple (大覚寺) / Kyoto, Arashiyama
Daikaku-ji Temple in northern Kyoto’s Sagano district was originally Emperor Saga’s detached palace, now a serene historic temple and garden.
Tenryu-ji Temple (天龍寺) / Kyoto, Arashiyama
Tenryu-ji is located in Arashiyama. Sogen-chi garden is a fine blend of aristocratic tradition and Zen culture, displaying the beauty of the four seasons.
Kitano Tenman-gu Shrine (北野天満宮) / Kyoto
Kitano Tenman-gu Shrine, enshrining Sugawara Michizane, is famous for plum blossom viewing in spring and vibrant autumn leaves in Kyoto.
Ohara Sanzen-in Temple (三千院) / Kyoto
Sanzen-in temple is located in the Ohara area, Kyoto. You can enjoy walking on the pass along maple and cedar trees ,a moss garden with a tranquil atmosphere.
Chion-in Temple / Higashiyama, Kyoto
Chion-in temple is located in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto. The temple is very famous for Sanmon gate, the largest wooden gate in Japan.
Nanzen-ji Temple / Higashiyama, Kyoto
Nanzen-ji Temple in Kyoto features a unique Japanese rock garden and a large brick aqueduct that runs through the temple grounds, making it a must-see spot.
Daigo-ji Temple (醍醐寺)/ Yamashina, Kyoto
Daigo-ji, A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the five-storied pagoda is the oldest wooden structure in Kyoto. It’s particularly beautiful in the autumn season.