Kyoto Shisendo Jousanji Temple: 36 Chinese poets sit in a Japanese garden

Count down the autumn leaves in Kyoto’s North District. After passing the most classic Kinkakuji Temple, continue to the north to visit Koyueji Temple, Genguangan, and the three Takamine Temples of Josho Temple. You can enjoy walking within the same area. To the different landscapes of red leaves.Similarly, after passing the Ginkakuji Temple in the eastern part of Kyoto, continue to the north, and then you can visit the three consecutive autumn leaves spots of Shisentang, Enkoji, and Manshuin. These are the spots with few tourists and are full of characteristics, which are very suitable for those who want to go further. Travelers who visit Kyoto's autumn foliage spots in depth.

Transportation and itinerary to Shixiantang

Shisendo, Enkoji, and Manshuin are arranged in parallel along Shirakawa-dori Avenue. Under the promotion of Eizan Electric Railway, everyone will first think of taking the electric railway at Demachiyanagi Station, then getting off at Ichijoji Station and walking there.In fact, the most convenient way of transportation is to take the bus, especially the Kyoto City Bus No. 5, which is the most convenient. You can get on the bus at Kyoto Station, Shijo Kawaramachi, Sanjo Keihan and other places. Get off at the "Ichijo Teragori Matsudo" stop and walk. There is no need to transfer cars to arrive.

People who think they have strong feet can refer to "Private Rail Day Trip to Eizan Tram》The recommended route, you can visit many famous red leaves in one day. If you have limited physical strength or prefer a leisurely trip, it is recommended that you take the No. 5 bus directly and walk slowly to visit the three places.As for our itinerary at the time, it was in "Visit Kurama Temple on the Eizan Tram》Afterwards, take the Eizan Electric Railway and leave the station at "Treasure Pond Station" on the return journey, and then take the return route of No. 5 bus.

►►►In the traffic case of Shixiantang:Transportation

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▲ After getting off the bus at "Ichijojishita Rimatsucho" station, walking along Manshuin Road, you can visit the famous autumn leaves in the three places.

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

▲ After turning into Manshuin Road from Shirakawa-dori, the first landmark you see is the stone monument of "Ichijoji no Shitari Pine".

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▲ The place where the stele is located is the place where dozens of people from Miyamoto Musashi and Yoshioka duel.

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Introduction of Shixiantang

Shisendo (しせんどう), also known as Jousanji, is the site of the mountain village of Ishikawa Jousan, a literati in the Edo period. It is now a temple of the Soto sect. The Japanese garden of the temple is famous for autumn leaves. Even if it is located in the slightly remote Sakyo district, there are actually a lot of tourists. .At that time, we went there at about two o'clock in the afternoon, and we already saw a lot of crowds, and there were many visiting groups for school apprenticeships. Fortunately, the Shixiantang was quite spacious, and the crowds could be slightly dispersed.

►►►Introduction of Shixiantang:Vichypedia

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▲ The floor plan of Shixiantang.

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▲The portraits of 36 Chinese poets are hung in the Poetry Hall. Of course, the familiar Li Bai and Du Fu are among them.

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Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

▲ Shixiantang is charged 500 yen for each person to visit the temple.

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Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

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▲ In the Shixiantang where people come and go, travelers may wish to put aside their rush to travel and grab photos, and sit down and experience the beautiful maple scenery of the garden.

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▲ The landscape of Shisentang's garden is very round, but unfortunately, there is a walkway next to it, which is often a lively scene of people coming and going.

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▲ At this time, if you take photos in Shixiantang, you should treat the characters and the landscape as one, don't exclude tourists from entering the mirror too much!

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

▲ Looking up and shooting, the red leaves next to the eaves are quite beautiful!

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

▲ Step out of the interior building, there is still a large garden in Shixiantang that you can visit. You can walk around and take a look.

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

Maple viewing spots in Kyoto-

▲ After stepping out of the Shixiantang, continue to walk down the Manshu Monastery Road, ready to visit Yuanguang Temple.


◎ Shixiantang.しせんどう
– Address: 〒606-8154, Ichijoji Gatecho, Sakyo District, Kyoto City XNUMX, Kyoto Prefecture
– Phone: +81 075-781-2954
– Fax: +81 075-721-9450
-Admission fee: 500 yen/person
– 開放時間:09:00-17:00 (拜觀休止日:5月23日)
– Official website: http://www.kyoto-shisendo.com/

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