@otherplanetjapan: This is Eikando Temple (Zenrin-ji), famously known as the absolute peak of Kyoto autumn leaves. Walking through the gates during their special autumn night illumination feels like stepping directly into a living watercolor painting. 🍁✨ Over 3,000 maple trees line the historic grounds, but the ultimate view is at Hojo Pond (Hojo-ike). The way the crimson leaves and the iconic Tahoto Pagoda reflect perfectly onto the mirror-like water will literally take your breath away. 💡 Quick Guide & Insider Tip: • Evening light-up is typically mid-November to early December (17:30 - 21:00). • The lines are insane right at opening. Go around 20:00 to skip the crowd and get those clean, tourist-free aesthetic shots! #kyototravel #japanitinerary #eikando #otherplanetjapan #japanbucketlist

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Sunday 28 June 2026 23:00:00 GMT