Buppo Shoryu-ji Temple
An old temple welcomed by a pair of golden ginkgo trees.
Meguri Map
Four Autumn Places,
Four Autumn Places,
Found on the Map
There is no set order for this pilgrimage. Please begin wherever your attention is drawn, and take your time.
Buppō Shōryū-ji Temple
An old temple welcomed by a pair of golden ginkgo trees. Buppo Shoryu-ji is known as one of the three Yakushi temples visited by the lords of Suwa.
In autumn, the ginkgo leaves cover the grounds in gold, creating a quiet moment of history and seasonal beauty.
- Phone
- 0266-52-2241
Onsen-ji Temple
A family temple of the Suwa lords, known for maples that wrap the garden in color. It preserves the Yakushi Nyorai of Kamisuwa Onsen and sacred traditions connected to Suwa faith.
In autumn, the garden and temple grounds become a quiet place to experience history, prayer, and seasonal atmosphere.
- Phone
- 0266-52-2052
Chōen-ji Temple
A famous autumn-leaf spot in Suwa, colored by vivid crimson maples. Choen-ji is also known as one of the three Yakushi temples visited by the lords of Suwa.
In autumn, the approach and temple grounds glow with maples, welcoming visitors with red leaves against stone steps and the temple gate.
Night light-up is held on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only.- Phone
- 0266-79-3720
Suwa Taisha Shimosha
Akimiya Shrine
A visit to autumn color at the heart of Suwa faith. Akimiya is one of the four shrines of Suwa Taisha, located in Shimosuwa Town.
Historic shrine buildings and Onbashira pillars stand within the sacred grounds, where autumn colors bring a beauty different from the three temples.
- Phone
- 0266-27-8035
