Autumn Foliage Illumination: Ataranoyo Momiji at Ishiyama-dera Temple

About this event

There are over 1,000 maple trees within the grounds of Ishiyama-dera Temple, and they will be illuminated during the event period. Most of the maples at Ishiyama-dera are Iroha maples with small leaves, which carry the floriography (flower meaning) of 'precious memories.' It is said that Murasaki Shikibu and people of ancient times also enjoyed the autumn foliage at Ishiyama-dera. Crossing a millennium of time, the illuminated autumn leaves of Ishiyama create a night so beautiful that it feels regrettable for dawn to break. National treasure structures such as the Main Hall and the Tahoto Pagoda are also beautifully illuminated, allowing visitors to enjoy the magical night scenery of autumn foliage.

Venue

Ishiyama-dera Temple

1-1-1 Ishiyamadera, Otsu, Shiga 520-0861