Kozenin｜An approach with a tunnel of maple leaves

2025.02.02
DecemberYear 2024December 2024leaves turning redSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)leaves changing color (colour)Kozenin Temple (Shimane)
This photo captures the feeling of a "path lined with a tunnel of maple trees" at Kōzen-in Temple.
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This photograph captures the approach path lined with maple trees forming a tunnel-like canopy, showcasing the vivid brilliance of their autumn colors. The Zen temple's autumn foliage is particularly recommended not only within the temple grounds but also along the approach path. Walking along the path, the beautiful maples spreading out on both sides create a tunnel overhead, while beneath your feet lies a scene of fallen leaves softly carpeted across the ground.The quiet journey, where leaves rustle and fall softly when the wind blows, has the charm of a verse from an autumn poem. This approach path is not a place crowded with tourists, allowing you to stroll leisurely while enjoying the autumn foliage scenery. Walking in the crisp morning air is pleasant, and in the soft light of dusk, the colors of the autumn leaves appear even more vivid. When taking photos, you can also capture a beautiful shot by utilizing the angle of the light and the hues of the leaves.