Koyo Viewing in Tofukuji Temple in Japan

Koyo Viewing in Tofukuji Temple in Japan

You must have heard about the famous Koyo Spots in Japan? These spots attract lots of tourists during autumnal fall when the nature showcases its raging beauty and swells up with the bountiful blessings in its flora. The leaves take a crimson shade-called koyo in Japanese. While the locals relish this season with the mood of contentment, tourists go around these specific Koyo spots to explore the natural beauty in the lush greenery turned into flaring red hue.

Koyo Viewing in Tofukuji Temple in Japan is one such exciting proposition for the tourists. Tofukuji is actually a Zen temple. History says that Zen sect was introduced from China to Japan in 1191. The theories of this doctrine became popular more among the associates of the armed forces. This doctrine preaches that self enlightenment can be attained through meditation and discipline.

One of the World Heritage sites in Kyoto, Tofukuji Temple was constructed in 1236 with the purpose of founding a temple that would imbibe the architectural styles of Todaiji and Kofukuji- two famous temples of Nara in Konai plain. This temple, Tofukuji, derives its name from the combination of two model temples.
You must come here in autumn, when thousands of tourists come here for relishing the beauty of red leaves. During November, the pulsating red leaves complement the architectural beauty of the temple in displaying the beauty of natural and man-made creation.

How to Reach Tofukuji Temple in Japan
You have to walk for 10 to15 minutes from Tofukuji Station on the Keihan Main Line and JR Nara Line to reach Tofukuji Temple in Japan.

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