Autumn Leaves at Autumn Day Shrine
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Fusai
- Kami enshrined
- Fusai
- Coordinates
- 34.7708617, 134.8289126
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine early in the morning to witness the breathtaking autumn leaf display and avoid crowds.
Cultural notes
Autumn Day Shrine honors Fusai, a kami revered for its connection to the changing seasons and the harvest. The shrine's architecture is characteristic of Heian-period (794-1185) Shinto temples, featuring a wooden torii gate and traditional Japanese landscaping.
Historical note
Founded in 718 during the Asuka period, Autumn Day Shrine is one of Japan's oldest shrines.