![The shrine's "garden" consists of 250-300 maples along a river path](http://a3.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/25047-134462/320x240!/kyoto-kitano-tenmangu-s-maple-path-134462.jpg "The shrine's "garden" consists of 250-300 maples along a river path")
Kyoto's Kitano Tenmangu shrine complex may be more well-known for its monthly flea markets (held on the 25th), but it has recently become an autumn foliage spot of some repute as well. The shrine's garden follows a stream in a valley on the western side of the property that is blessed with 250-300 maples. There are also light-up events held until early to mid-December. Entrance to the maple garden is ¥1000, but you can wander the rest of the grounds for free.
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