Nanzenji Temple - Kyoto

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Sanmon Gate

Last week, we finally took a holiday we had been planning for a year. In March last year we were lucky enough to get to Kyoto for the peak cherry blossom season, and we wanted to do the same for the autumn leaves. I was so happy we got to make this trip happen!

After our temple stay in Koyasan, we made our way to Kyoto for 3 nights. We checked into our Airbnb, which I had chosen because of it's proximity to some of the most beautiful temples in Kyoto. I first visited Nanzenji temple during my first trip to Japan around 12 years ago and fell in love straight away! Because it was only around 10 minutes walk from our apartment, we headed over there to have a look before sunset. 

As soon as little G spotted people up the top of the Sanmon Gate, we decided to go up to check out the view. It was incredible! I think it was particularly crowded with people up there trying to get sunset photos, but I just wanted to get an overview of the complex, filled with gorgeous autumn colours!

After making our way back down, I was a bit disappointed to see the garden already closed (which luckily I have seen in the past!), but we looked at the main temple and G had fun playing under the arches of the aqueduct. The grounds of Nanzenji are absolutely gorgeous, especially during the autumn season. There's a reason this place is so popular (and busy!).

Beware the photo overload below:

This here is what I came for!



Nanzenji temple, in Kyoto Japan is one of the best places to see the gorgeous fall colours in Kyoto.



Taking in the beautiful view





Nanzenji temple, in Kyoto Japan is one of the best places to see the gorgeous fall colours in Kyoto.



Nanzenji temple, in Kyoto Japan is one of the best places to see the gorgeous fall colours in Kyoto.


Sunset


Nanzenji temple, in Kyoto Japan is one of the best places to see the gorgeous fall colours in Kyoto.
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Nanzenji temple, in Kyoto Japan is one of the best places to see the gorgeous fall colours in Kyoto.

Streams everywhere!



Nanzenji can be easily accessed by Kyoto bus or a short walk from Keage station on the Tozai subway.

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Nanzenji temple, in Kyoto Japan is one of the best places to see the gorgeous fall colours in Kyoto.


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5 comments

  1. I have had Japan in my bucket list for ages. I just need a cheap flight to come up from Sydney to make it happen. Kyoto looks lovely and cherry blossom season would be amazing.

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  2. Oh gosh I just can't wait! We're going to be in Japan in January for our honeymoon and Kyoto has been high on my list for so long! I kind of wish I could see those beautiful Autumn colours like you did but if I get some snow I'll be happy!

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  3. I have been to Kyoto a number of times... but I actually don't think I've ever made it to Nazenji! I'll need to correct that. This looks so gorgeous! Japan in the autumn cannot be beat.

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  4. I always find the temples and gardens of Japan to be something out of the world. Kyoto is such a beauty, it seems to be blessed by divinity. The place is so surreal and enchanting, would love to get there some day.

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  5. I can't believe I missed this awesome temple because it looks romantic at sunset and there's hardly any people! All your shots look great! I've been to Kyoto 3 times and I would love to go again. No wonder you fell in love with this temple 12 years ago! It definitely leave a mark on your memory!

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