Fall foliage in Southern tip of Kyoto Prefecture, Joruriji temple (Kizugawa City) #autumn #kyoto
Joruriji Temple was built during the Nara period (710–794) by Priest Gyoki on the orders of Emperor Shomu. The main hall was constructed at the end of the Heian period.
National Treasures: The three-story pagoda, the main hall, a row of nine wooden statues of Amida Nyorai, and statues of the Four Heavenly Kings.
National Places of Scenic Beauty: The Japanese Garden.
Located in Kizugawa City in the southern part of Kyoto Prefecture, Joruriji Temple is a quieter spot for enjoying fall foliage compared to other popular locations in Kyoto. I highly recommend it.
Opening hours: 9:00 – 17:00 (From March to November), 10:00 – 16:00 (from December to February).
Entrance fee: Free (400 JPY to enter the hall)
Peak period: From mid-November until late November.
Access
– By walk: 70 minutes walk from Kamo station of JR Kansai line.
– Train & Bus: Take the local city bus (Tono line) from the Kamo station of JR Kansai line and get off at “Jorurijimae” stop.
Local city bus information (in Japanese): https://www.city.kizugawa.lg.jp/index.cfm/6,0,13,101,html
Parking: 300 JPY (20 places)
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/9x7uAhyWejPzxevYA