Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, this unexpected maple viewing spot in Kyoto, was one of Happy Cloud’s favorite attractions when I met her once. Because it is not the first choice for most maple viewing itineraries, it is often visited by tourists. In rare cases, on the quiet and not noisy trail, there is only the sound of the wind blowing through the red leaves, and the occasional "きれい" sound of admiration, which is worth a closer look.
How to get to Kitano Tenmangu Shrine in Kyoto
When we were planning our trip to Kyoto, we felt that the city bus was very convenient. In addition to connecting large and small scenic spots, you can see where the bus is going from the stop sign between stations. We will try our best to arrange the hotel near Kyoto Station before taking the bus. Buses to various attractions.How to get to Kitano Tenmangu Shrine?Several transportation methods are summarized below so that everyone can understand the transportation information of scenic spots while planning their itinerary.
- Take city bus No. 50 or 101 in front of JR Kyoto Station
- Take the City Bus No. 55 from JR Subway Nijo Station
- Take city bus No. 203 from JR Enmachi Station
- Take the city bus No. 51, 102, or 203 from the Imadegawa Station of the subway
- From Keihan Demachi Yanagi Station, take city bus No. 102 or 203
- Take city bus No. 10 from Keihan Sanjo Station
- Take city bus No. 55 from Hankyu Omiya Station
- Take city bus No. 203 from Hankyu Saiin Station
- About 5 minutes on foot from Keifuku Electric Railway Hakuumecho Station
A brief introduction to Kitano Tenmangu Shrine in Kyoto
Kitano Tenmangu is dedicated to Sugawara Michizane in the Heian period. It is the first shrine in Japan to enshrine real people. Currently, there are more than 1 shrines dedicated to Sugawara Michijin in Japan. Kitano Tenmangu in Kyoto is the birthplace of these shrines. Owns the name of the head office.The true name of Sugawara-do is diverse and resounding. The most famous is the god of learning. Therefore, those who want to pass the exam and improve their skills should come to Kitano Tenmangu Shrine to pay respects.
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▲ You will definitely see various kinds of cows at Tenmangu Shrine.
▲ Tenmangu Shrine is where students go to get good grades.
▲ There are also many ginkgo trees, which are quite beautiful to photograph.
A must visit!Kitano Tenmangu Palace Imperial Palace
It was the first time to experience maple viewing on a cloudy day with rain. Compared with the day before,Tofukuji Temple is full of sunshine, with the red leaves layered with light and shadow, and the weather conditions when I arrived at Tenmangu Shrine, I couldn't muster any motivation. I watched the light rain falling in the sky while eating the hot food I bought from the market, and waited for the rain to stop. When we visited inside, there was a huge difference in light between a rainy day and a sunny day. Let the delicious food in our hands soothe our slightly disappointed mood.
Let me first sort out the background of the Odoju. There are several Odoju in Kyoto. It is said that Toyotomi Hideyoshi built it to defend against foreign enemies and waterproof. This earthen wall is about 23 kilometers long. The Odoju is the "Rakuzhong" of Kyoto. "Luowai", the part that surrounds Kyoto with earthen walls is Luozhong. A large number of maple trees are planted inside and outside. Every autumn, the inside and outside become red, forming the most beautiful scenery with other green trees and ginkgo trees.
▲Route map at a glance.
The most beautiful shooting angle of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine Odoi
On a rainy day and there are not many tourists, there is almost no need to queue up. You can take pictures of the Orio Bridge from the most beautiful angle. Since 2007, the Odoi Palace has been open to the public under the name of "Momiji Garden". Based on the experience of visiting, I really like the red leaves surrounding it. On the gurgling Paper House River, there are occasional green bamboos as a contrasting color, which is a very good place to shoot photos. In addition, because there is a fee to enter, there is a teahouse at the end of the route, providing tourists with hot tea and desserts.
▲ Fortunately, there are no crowds of tourists, so you can take photos of the aerial view.
▲ The machine in hand cannot stop.
▲ Carrying a red umbrella and wearing a red coat will look great in photos.
▲ Getting ready to go to the market outside the palace▶ Kitano Tenmangu Shrine Tenjin City
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
- Address: 〒602-8386 Kitano Tenmagu Shrine Social Affairs Office, Magocho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto City
- Phone: 075-461-0005
- Opening hours: 9: 00-17: 00
- 御土居(紅葉苑)開放時間：11月上旬～12月上旬 9:00～16:00 夜晚點燈至20:00為止
- Ticket price for Odoi House (Momiji Garden): 600 yen for adults, 300 yen for children (refreshments included)
- Official website:http://kitanotenmangu.or.jp/
- Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/kitanotenmangu
