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Autumn is coming to the northern hemisphere, and in Japan that means it’s time for koyo (紅葉), or fall foliage viewing! Every year crowds around the country flock to the most beautiful spots to see the seasons change, and the leaves shift from green to red. With amazing weather and colorful scenery, it’s a great time to explore Japan, and Kyoto locals like to spend their time treading the maple-lined paths of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
In spring, Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is known for its gardens of plum blossoms, and when school entrance exam season starts, this "Tenmangu" shrine (which worships scholar-deity Sugawara no Michizane) fills with students praying for good grades. When fall's koyo season comes around, though, it's time to enjoy the shrine's 350 gorgeous Japanese maples!
The Maples Glitter at Night, Too!
What to Do Nearby!
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine isn't actually near very many other sightseeing spots, but it does periodically transform into a totally different attraction itself! Once a month a market opens on the shrine grounds, with local artisans selling their crafts, chefs providing snacks and tasty street food, and locals selling used items of all kinds. Nicknamed "Tenjin-san", it's a great place to get a few carefully hand-crafted pieces of Kyoto's famous ceramics, or pick up a used kimono on the cheap, before filling your stomach with karaage (唐揚げ, Japanese fried chicken) or takoyaki (たこ焼き, octopus balls). You can see the deeply-colored maple leaves and explore the expansive market on the same day! It happens on the 25th of each month, so try to get there on October or November 25th for a full day of Kitano Tenmangu fun!
Tenjin-san Market at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
Hours: 6:00 – 21:00 (some stalls start to close around 16:00~)
Admission free!
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