Kozenin Temple (Shimane)

■Address: 401 Yasuyuki Ryoke, Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture
■Subjects that can be photographed: Cherry blossoms
■Suggested season: Spring
■Recommended times: morning, noon
■Parking: Available
■Admission fee: None
■Limit on admission time: No
■Toilets: Available

Kōzen-in Temple is a hidden gem where you can enjoy autumn foliage in a tranquil setting. The maple trees scattered throughout the grounds deepen into rich crimson and bright orange as autumn advances, weaving a beautiful palette of nature. In the garden, the clear air highlights the vibrant foliage, offering a special time to relax and rejuvenate.

Kōzen-in Temple｜Blue Hydrangeas and the Imposing Temple Gate

This photograph captures the vibrant blue hydrangeas and the imposing temple gate together at the entrance of Kōzen-in Temple in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture.

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Kozenin｜Hydrangea and Lanterns in Kozenin

This photo was taken at Kozenin Temple in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture, and captures the serene atmosphere of the hydrangea and the rather dark lanterns in the background.

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Kōzen-in Temple｜Hydrangea Scenery Highlighted by Lanterns

This photograph was taken at Kōzen-in Temple in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture, focusing on the lantern in the background and blurring the hydrangeas in the foreground to create a soft background.

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Kozenin｜Jizo surrounded by hydrangea

This photo was taken at Kozenin in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture, and shows a gentle scene of Jizo and the hydrangea blooming around it.

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Kozenin｜Color contrast between gingko and red maple

This photo was taken by placing a bright red maple tree in the foreground against the yellow foliage of a gingko tree to accentuate the contrast of colors.

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Kozenin｜The beauty of the approach to the temple with the autumn leaves shining through the light

This photograph captures the light shining on the maple trees along the beautiful approach to the temple, creating a picture that evokes its natural splendor.

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Kozenin｜Vivid contrast between red maple and green shadow

This photo captures the vivid contrast between the red maple leaves and the shades of green, highlighting the beauty of the colors.

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Kozenin｜An approach with a tunnel of maple leaves

In this photo, I tried to capture the approach to the temple with its tunnel of maple trees and the vividness of its autumn foliage.

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Kōzen-in Temple｜Spectacular Autumn Foliage Adorning the Approach Path to Kōzen-in Temple

This photograph captures the splendidly colored autumn leaves along the approach to Kōzen-in Temple.

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Kōzen-in Temple｜Maple leaves spread like a picture frame beyond the gate

This photograph was taken from inside the gate along the approach to Kōzen-in Temple.

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