"Foliage Viewing Spots in Kyoto" Shisendo Jousanji Temple: 36 Chinese poets sit in a Japanese garden

Count down the autumn leaves spots in the north district of Kyoto. After passing the most classic Kinkaku-ji, continue to the north to visit Koyueji Temple, Genguangan, and Takamine Temple of Josho Temple. You can walk within the same area. Enjoy the different landscape 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, which are all less touristy and characteristic spots. It is very suitable for travelers who want to further explore the autumn leaves in Kyoto.

Transportation and itinerary to Shixiantang

Shisendo, Enkoji, and Manshuin are arranged in parallel along Shirakawa-dori Avenue. Under the propaganda 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 bus. You can get on the bus at Kyoto Station, Shijo Kawaramachi, Sanjo Keihan and other places, under the "Ichijojiri Matsuji" stop. Walk to the back of the car, no need to change cars to arrive.

People who think they have strong feet can refer to "One-day trip to Eizan Tram by private railway》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》After the return journey, take the Eizan Electric Railway and leave the station at "Treasure Pond Station", and then take the return route of No. 5 bus.

►►►In the traffic case of Shixiantang:Transportation

Map of Shixiantang

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

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▲ After turning to Manshuin Road from Shirakawa-dori, the first landmark you see is the stone monument of "Ichijoji no Shita Risatsu".

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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 Jousan Ishikawa, 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, the tourist crowd is actually still A lot.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 apprentices. Fortunately, the Shixiantang was quite spacious and could disperse the crowds a bit.

►►►Introduction of Shixiantang:Wikipedia

Shixiantang floor plan

▲ 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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▲ Shixiantang is charged 500 yen per person for the materials.

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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 garden maple scenery.

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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 pictures in Shixiantang, you should treat the characters and the landscape as one, don't exclude tourists from entering the mirror too much!

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

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

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


◎ Poetry Fairy Hall.しせんどう
– Address: 〒606-8154 Ichijoji Menkoucho XNUMX, Sakyo District, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
– Phone: +81 075-781-2954
– Fax: +81 075-721-9450
-Admission fee: 500 yen/person
– 开放时间:09:00-17:00 (拜观休止日:5月23日)
– Official website: http://www.kyoto-shisendo.com/

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