A Hidden Gem for Nighttime Maple Viewing: Tenshuan, a Famous Kyoto Autumn Leaves Spot
By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team
The long-awaited maple leaf season has arrived again. The cool frost of autumn nights and the cultural heritage of ancient pathways paint the country in elegant hues of red, orange, and gold, offering a spectacular visual feast. Tenshuan in Kyoto is an exquisitely delicate maple viewing spot, with Nanzen-ji, Japan’s most prominent Zen temple, being a key highlight.
Front Garden of the Main Hall at Tenshuan, a Sub-Temple of Nanzen-ji (Image source: yakei-kabegami)
Nanzen-ji (Image provided by MOOK Scenic Spots)
Admission to Nanzen-ji requires a fee, but Tenshuan is definitely worth a visit. Not only can you admire the landscaped garden of the temple’s abbot’s quarters during the day, but the layered red maples on the eaves during nighttime maple viewing are also breathtakingly beautiful.
Garden at Nanzen-ji (Image source: photograph.pro)
Antique paintings from the collection can only be viewed at night.
South Courtyard of the Shoin (Study Hall) at Nanzen-ji (Image source: yakei-kabegami)
During the maple viewing season, as nighttime temperatures gradually drop, it is recommended to bring extra layers to ward off the chilly winds while enjoying the enchanting evening scenery.
【Info】
Kyoto · Tenshuan
Address: Fukuji-cho, Nanzen-ji, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City
Opening Hours: 8:40 AM – 5:00 PM (may vary in winter and during nighttime maple viewing periods)
Access: About a 10-minute walk from Kiyotaki Subway Station
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