The year before, I collected the night maple scenery of Eikando, a famous place for viewing autumn leaves in Kyoto. When arranging the itinerary this time, I wondered whether we should visit the red leaves during the day under Eikando’s reputation.Fortunately, we have arranged a schedule, because the red leaves here have their own beauty regardless of day and night. No wonder that many people are always attracted to watch it in the fall. It is indeed one of the must-see attractions, whether it is looking up or down, the red leaves The beauty intertwined with koi, ginkgo, and Buddha statues is unforgettable and still want to visit again.
Introduction to the transportation mode and background of Eikando
I have introduced the transportation method and background in Eikando’s Night Maple article. Anya has always felt that Kyoto Bus is very convenient. Almost all the famous places for viewing autumn leaves can be reached by bus route. Therefore, I recommend everyone to make good use of the Kyoto Bus one-day ticket. Arrange a one-day itinerary for viewing autumn leaves.This place was originally a villa under the name of Fujiwara Sekio, a literati in the Heian period, until the Qing Dynasty and the Emperor gave this place as Zenrin Temple, and it was renamed Eikando after an Eikan lawyer presided over it.Shuttle through the open temple garden, transfer to Sakyamuni Hall, Kaishan Hall, and Yuyingtang to connect with each other.
The complete transportation and introduction can be viewed in the previous article.
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▲ Regardless of rain or shine, there are almost all the people who admire the autumn leaves.
▲ Everyone is here for this bright red.
▲ The entrance alone is worth taking another shot.
▲ List of fees for daytime visits.
▲Let's take a look at our footsteps.
The experience of viewing the maple at Eikando
The daytime visit fee is 1,000 yen per adult, which is higher than Yefeng’s 600 yen fare. The main reason is that there are more open areas during the day, and you can even go to the temple hall to sit and enjoy the dry landscape. At night, the lighting and sight line are limited. For those who are obsessed with autumn leaves and photography, it is recommended to collect autumn leaves during the day and night.
Although there was a drizzle on this day, the maple leaves were moistened by the rain. The color of the maple leaves was clear and the leaves were not too dry. Although there were many people, they could not put down the camera. I would like to take pictures all the time. Of course, I understand everyone If you want to take aerial shots, apart from sprinting into the opening hours early in the morning, the only thing is to "wait patiently." Don't rush to the next attraction. Let the travel time and pace slow down. Naturally, there will be a scene you like.
Compared with cherry blossom viewing, you don’t have to worry about "time" when viewing maple leaves, because the carpets from discoloration, various colors, all red and red leaves are beautiful and last for about a month, unlike cherry blossoms that have to be in full bloom for 5 days.What are the attractions to watch?It is very useful to check the "Red Leaf Frontline". There are many maple viewing spots in Kyoto, starting from Shengo Temple all the way to downtown Kyoto, and even the famous night maple. During the best viewing period, you will not miss the beautiful scenery of the red leaves, only you can not finish it. Portion.
▲ A series of landscape photos of red leaves hope to attract you to go.
▲ It was a pity at the time that I could not record all the maple viewing spots in these three trips.
▲ A telephoto lens is necessary, which can avoid the crowd.
▲ Approaching Yefeng time, the crowd has gradually dispersed.
▲ Change to the night to watch the maple crowd debut.
Kyoto Eikando (Zenrinji Temple)
- Address: 〒606-8445 48 Egudocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City
- Phone: 075-761-0007
- Fax: 075-771-4243
- Opening hours during the day: 09:00~17:00
- Night view of autumn leaves: 17:30~21:30
- Day visit fare: 1,000 yen
- Official website:http://www.eikando.or.jp/
