Limited-Time Autumn Foliage Season in Fukui's Hidden Gem · Kohama Eight Temples Pilgrimage Guide

Walk along the autumn beach 🌊 among ancient temples dyed red with maple leaves. Known as the "Seaside Nara," Wakasa Kohama hides Japan's most beautiful maple leaf secret spots! The best viewing period is from mid to late November through early December～

✨Must-Visit Recommendations✨
【Eight Temples Pilgrimage】
Kohama's eight famous ancient temples, each a national treasure!
➊ Myotsuji Temple (5-21 Monzen, Kohama City | 9:00-17:00)
🌟 The only national treasure building in Fukui Prefecture!
👉 The main hall + three-storied pagoda are stunning! The gradient of red maple leaves from the mountain gate to the main hall is breathtaking.

➋ Jinguji Temple (30-4 Jinguji, Kohama City | 9:00-16:00)
🔥 The origin of the "Water Offering Ceremony" at Nara's Todai-ji Temple
👉 The entire temple is surrounded by bright red maple leaves, naturally adding a mysterious filter.

➌ Mantokuji Temple (74-23 Kanaya, Kohama City | 9:00-16:00)
🏆 Selected as one of "Japan's Top 100 Maple Viewing Spots"
👉 The dry landscape garden + huge red maple tree make every photo a masterpiece.

➍ Myorakuji Temple (28-13 Noshiryo, Kohama City | 9:00-16:00)
💫 The oldest building in Kohama
👉 The maple leaf tunnel in front of the mountain gate is unreal in beauty!

📸 Photo Tips:
✅ Best lighting from 9-11 AM
✅ Wearing plain-colored hanfu or kimono enhances photos
✅ Be sure to bring a wide-angle lens!

🏡 Recommended Accommodation:
Wakasa Kajitsu (Kohama City)
👉 A hidden gem hotel where you can enjoy both the sea view and maple leaves!
🍣 Must-try dishes: Wakasa mackerel sushi, matsutake mushroom cuisine

✨Limited-Time Autumn Foliage Scenery✨
🍁 Late November to early December
🚗 Transportation: 2 hours from Kyoto
🎫 Eight Temples Pass: 3000 yen