A special nighttime illumination at Shoren-in Temple in Kyoto lights up its moss-covered garden in blue, creating a striking contrast with the autumn foliage. The display offers visitors a peaceful moment. It continues through December 7.
Shoren-in Temple, affiliated with the Tendai sect, is hosting a special nighttime illumination in Kyoto. The event lights up the temple's mossy garden in blue, producing a vivid contrast with the autumn foliage. A temple employee commented, “There’s a beauty in the silence and darkness at night at the temple. I hope it will give visitors a peaceful moment.”
This illumination highlights the garden's traditional moss features, creating a serene and fantastical nighttime scene. The display began on November 26, 2025, and will run through December 7. Kyoto's reputation for autumn leaves makes such events a seasonal draw, allowing visitors to appreciate the blend of nature, light, and the temple's historical ambiance.