Konan Sanzan Autumn Leaves Tour & Light-up 2026

Dates & time: November 18, 2026 (Wed) - December 6, 2026 (Sun) 9:00–16:00 (evening light-ups run around 17:00–20:00 on dates that differ by temple)
cost: Admission ¥600 per temple. Light-up admission: Zensui-ji ¥500, Joraku-ji ¥600, Choju-ji ¥1,000. Goshuin temple stamps from ¥300.
Venue & access: Zensui-ji, Choju-ji and Joraku-ji temples (Konan City) About 15 minutes by bus from Kosei Station (for Zensui-ji) or Ishibe Station (for Choju-ji and Joraku-ji) on the JR Kusatsu Line. By car, each temple has a free car park.

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Why You Should Visit

Zensui-ji, Choju-ji and Joraku-ji in Konan City, Shiga, are old Tendai temples whose main halls are all National Treasures; together they are known as the Konan Sanzan. During the autumn-leaf season the three temples open together, including their normally hidden principal images, so you can take in maple foliage and National Treasure architecture in one trip. On weekends in late November each temple also holds an evening light-up. Each temple has a free car park, making this a good pick for anyone who wants autumn colour and National Treasure temple architecture together.

Programs

Timetable & Map

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Principal images

Zensui-ji: Yakushi Ruriko Nyorai (hidden Buddha)
Choju-ji: Koyasu Jizo Bosatsu (hidden Buddha)
Joraku-ji: Senju Kannon Bosatsu (hidden Buddha)

* Dates may change depending on how the leaves turn

Autumn Leaves History Heritage Sightseeing Photo Spots Limited Time

出典: 湖南市観光協会（ぶらりこなん）

Kobe · Gluten-free

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FAQ

Is the light-up held every day of the event?

No. In 2026, Joraku-ji and Choju-ji light up on November 21–23, and Zensui-ji on November 20–23 and 27–29.

Is the light-up charged separately from daytime admission?

Yes. Daytime admission is ¥600 per temple; light-up admission is ¥500 at Zensui-ji, ¥600 at Joraku-ji and ¥1,000 at Choju-ji. At Zensui-ji and Joraku-ji the main hall is closed during the light-up.

Can I go by car?

Yes. Each temple has a free car park (Zensui-ji 70 cars, Choju-ji 100, Joraku-ji 60).