In the north of Kyoto, not far from Kinkakuji and Daitoku Temple, is Funaokayama Park. The park is located on a hill and at the top is a treasure: Kenkun Shrine. From there you can enjoy a wonderful view over the city, as you can see the many houses of Kyoto through the trees. A few minutes walk from the shrine is an observation deck where the view is even more spectacular. The shrine's vivid orange structures are especially brilliant with autumn scenery.
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Kenkun Shrine in Autumn Colors
Enjoy a view over Kyoto

By Maren Pauli
Community writer

From the observation deck of Funaokayama Park you can enjoy a wonderful view over Kyoto

The north entrance of Funaokayama Park

Follow the red fence and you'll find the entrance to the shrine

Kenkun Jinja is on the top level of Funaokayama Park

Beautiful autumn colors at Kenkun Jinja

The main building of the shrine

A dog guardian statue
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