Kyoto

Dec 3, 2014 - 1 min read

Strolling around Seiryuchi Pond

Leaves carpet the ground around a mirror-like pond

By Masayoshi Hirose

Community writer

Translated by Takako Sakamoto

Community writer

Autumn leaves reflected on the water surface of Seiryuchi Pond

Fallen leaves spreading like a carpet under the trees of 'Garden of Jyu-gyu (which means ten oxen)'

Since this temple is shadowed by the hills of eastern Kyoto, it takes more time for sunshine to reach this garden

Garden of Jyu-gyu (ten oxen) viewed through Okyo's Bamboo Grove

At the center of the Garden of Jyu-gyu, there were fewer fallen leaves on the ground than on other places in the garden

Maple leaves hanging over Seiryuchi Pond as though they were living creatures attacking the pond!

Impressive velvety texture of green moss on the ground

Gorgeous maple leaves looking as though they are red filters. The outside veranda of Hojo building can be seen at the far end.

Mixture of yellow and orange leaves creating various intermediate shades of color

Notice

Autumn Foliage viewing at Enkoji from 15 November until 10 December 2020 requires a reservation.

Latest on Enkoji

This is the last story about the 'Autumn Leaves at Dawn: Special Viewing' at Enkoji Temple in Rakuhoku area of Kyoto, where I visited on November 22, 2014.

Although this temple's most popular attraction is the wonderful autumn view from veranda of the Hojo building, I also enjoyed exploring the garden. You can't walk on the moss of course, but there is a pathway through the garden.

Start your exploration from the western side of the Garden of Jyu-gyu (which means ten oxen) and on the south side, you'll find tranquil Seiryuchi Pond, reportedly the oldest pond in Rakuhoku area.

If you are lucky and there's no wind, you can see beautiful reflections on the pond. The breathtaking symmetrical beauty of real and reflected leaves mesmerized me!

Enkoji: The Splendid Garden of Rakuhoku, Kyoto 1. A Painting of Autumn Leaves 2. Soothing Scenery of Enkoji 3. Strolling Around Seiryuchi Pond

More info

Find out more about Enkoji.

Was this article helpful?

Help us improve the site

Give Feedback

Masayoshi Hirose

By Masayoshi Hirose

Community writer

Following Follow

Takako Sakamoto

Translated by Takako Sakamoto

Community writer

Following Follow

Febry Fawzi

Febry Fawzi 9 years ago

Whoaaa this is amazing. I should get ready to catch the momiji.

Reply

George Tan

George Tan 9 years ago

Your Autumn photos always looks beautiful!

Reply

Masayoshi Hirose

Masayoshi Hirose Photographer 9 years ago

George-san,Thank you very much! I am happy about that comment that you gave me.

Reply

Jeradyne Cheong

Jeradyne Cheong 9 years ago

The Autumn colours are so beautiful, and that reflection too!

Reply

Masayoshi Hirose

Masayoshi Hirose Photographer 9 years ago

Siew Mun Cheong-san,Thank you very much! I like taking the reflection of the surface of the water!

Reply

5 comments in total

Thank you for your support!

Your feedback has been sent.