Eikando (Zenrinji) in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, known as a famous spot for autumn leaves, will begin a special autumn night viewing called "Maple Light-up" from November 11, 2024. As the mornings and evenings get gradually colder, a test lighting was conducted on the night of November 6, and the maples, which have begun to change color in red and yellow, stood out against the night sky.
Approximately 700 lights will illuminate about 3,000 maples, including Japanese maples and mountain maples. This year, the amount of light was reduced so that visitors could enjoy the autumn leaves in the moonlight.
According to Eikando, the autumn leaves have been changing color later in recent years due to global warming, so this year the start of the lighting was delayed by about a week from the usual. The trees are still green, but Chief Deacon Keitetsu Okugauchi said, "The temperature difference has become larger over the past few days, so I think the leaves will change color more quickly."
The lighting will run until December 1. 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm (last entry). Junior high school students and above 700 yen. The Autumn Temple Treasure Exhibition will also be held from 9 am to 4 pm (last entry) from November 11th to December 8th.
