[2025 Kyoto Attraction] Travel Guide for Hōnen-in Temple (Updated Jul)

#fallcolors Horan-in Temple in Kyoto, Japan, is a temple of the Pure Land Sect in Lugu. Its official name is "Shanqi Mountain Faranyuan Wanwujiao Temple" is also known as "Honshan Lion Valley Faranyuan", but the name "Faranyuan" is better known to everyone. Many maple trees are planted in the territory, and autumn is also a good place to enjoy maple trees. The thatched roof with the gate has a unique flavor. Horen-in • Address: Kanaya Gosho/Danmachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City Number 30 • Opening hours: 6:00 to 16:00 (last entry at 16:00) • Transportation: Take the city bus No. 32 and get off at "Minamita-cho" and walk for about 5 minutes.

Honen-in Temple is located to the east of Kyoto City, off the Philosopher's Path. It is about a 15-minute walk from the Jodo-ji bus stop on the Kyoto Municipal Bus. I visited in June when the green leaves were beautiful, and it was covered in green and very quiet. I was drawn into a world filled with green leaves, ferns and mosses, and felt a real Japanese atmosphere. I was able to spend about 30 minutes feeling the pleasant air and relaxing. It is known as a spot to see autumn leaves, but the green leaves season is just as recommended. Viewing hours: 6:00-16:00 Admission fee: Free (garden only) Visited in June 2020 #KyotoTourism #DomesticTravel #Kyoto #KyotoTrip #KyotoCity #Temple #Temple #Honen-in Temple #AutumnLeaves #GreenLeaves #GreenAutumnLeaves #AutumnLeavesSpot

#summervacay Wandering through Kyoto is a mosaic of refined elegance, hidden alleyways, centuries-old temples, and gentle nature—perfect for unhurried exploration. Morning: Philosopher’s Path & Higashiyama Charm. Enter the serene gardens and glide into Philosopher’s Path, a peaceful canal-side walk lined with over 500 cherry trees. Pop into Hōnen-in Temple—a quiet moss-covered sanctuary . #mountfujiview #kyoto #travel #naturalwonders

#aprilblooms 🌺🌷🌹🪷🪻🌸🌼🌻Flowers are all around in Japan!Natures Fragrance hmmmmmmm so Relaxing,different kinds of Flowers that blooms but my favorite was the pink one obviously,hope to go back there again for another adventure,it was really amazing..Aprilblooms to Mayflower,Thank you GOD for this wonderful journey in Japan(from Osaka,Kyoto to Tokyo)🙏🏽💐❤️

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 Amid the hustle and bustle of Kyoto, Honen-in Temple is like a spiritual pure land, where people can avoid the busy crowds and enjoy the quietness of solitude. This ancient temple is hidden in the lush forest. When you step into it, you will instantly feel a sense of seclusion and tranquility, as if time has stopped here. The garden of Honen-in Temple changes with the seasons. The cherry blossoms are in full bloom in the spring and the maple leaves are like fire in the autumn. It exudes the charm of nature at all times. Walking on the stone path, you can hear the sound of gurgling water and the chirping of birds, which makes people feel relaxed and suitable for thinking and calming the mind. The atmosphere here makes people want to calm down and devote themselves to practice and reflection. Useful information: Honen-in Temple is open from 9:00 to 17:00. It is recommended that you visit on weekdays or during non-peak hours to enjoy the unique tranquility and beauty. Remember to bring light photography equipment to capture this spiritual pure land! 🍃🧘♂️✨

|Honen-in Temple. Here on the Philosopher's Path, near Ginkaku-ji Temple, is Honen-in Temple, also known as "Yuan Guang Da Shi Yu Jiu Ji." 🍁 The Philosopher's Path in December is also dotted with red, which is very beautiful. The atmosphere of Honen-in Temple is very good and quiet, with red leaves covering the sky, thatched roofs in the courtyard, red leaves falling on the dry landscape, sitting under the eaves, listening to the sound of running water, and watching the fallen leaves 🍂 covering the courtyard. 🍁 It closes at 4 pm and is free.

I was first noticed because this thatched-style mountain gate, with colorful maple leaves, a picture that has been remembered for a long time, finally saw it in this fall. Passing through the mountain gate, I immediately entered the colorful world.