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A quiet hidden spot for autumn leaves in Higashiyama, a sub-temple of the imperial family temple Sennyuji. The usually hidden Fudo Myoo triad is unveiled, and garden maples can be viewed from the study halls. On November 20-23 the temple is lit from sunset to 9:00 PM, and the four shoji windows of the Renge-no-ma room frame camellia, a lantern, maples and pine. No day/night changeover; last entry 4:30 PM by day, 8:30 PM at night.

Dates

Nov 14 (Sat) – Nov 30 (Mon)

Hours

09:00 – 17:00

Venue

Unryuin Temple (Sennyuji)

Nearest station

Tofukuji

Admission

Special opening 400 yen; light-up 400 yen

About this event

Unryuin is a sub-temple of Sennyuji, the temple of the imperial family, and a quiet spot for autumn leaves in Higashiyama. The usually hidden Fudo Myoo triad is unveiled, and maples can be seen from the study halls. On November 20-23 it is lit until 9:00 PM, when the four shoji windows of the Renge-no-ma room frame camellia, a lantern, maples and pine.

Highlights

• The four shoji windows of the Renge-no-ma room
• The usually hidden Fudo Myoo triad
• Garden maples viewed from the study halls

Good for

For visitors looking for a calmer temple than the big Higashiyama names.

Good to know before you go

• Light-up only on November 20-23.
• No day/night changeover; last entry 4:30 PM by day, 8:30 PM at night.
• The nearest stop is the Sennyuji-michi bus stop.

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FAQ

What is Unryuin Temple Autumn Special Opening and Light-up?

Unryuin is a sub-temple of Sennyuji, the temple of the imperial family, and a quiet spot for autumn leaves in Higashiyama. The usually hidden Fudo Myoo triad is unveiled, and maples can be seen from the study halls. On November 20-23 it is lit until 9:00 PM, when the four shoji windows of the Renge-no-ma room frame camellia, a lantern, maples and pine.

When is Unryuin Temple Autumn Special Opening and Light-up?

From Nov 14 (Sat) to Nov 30 (Mon), 2026.

What are the opening hours?

09:00 – 17:00

How much does it cost?

Special opening 400 yen; light-up 400 yen

Where is it and what is the nearest station?

Unryuin Temple (Sennyuji). The nearest station is Tofukuji.

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