Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Kourankei Momiji Festival

A tree of maples planted by Sanei priest in 1634 is the beginning of maples of "Kourankei". He wished happiness of people and planted tree of maples from the approach to a shrine to Kourankei temple. After them from taishou era people planted many trees of maples and people feel proud about its scenery. It is held one month from November 1st to 30th. In autumn, green leaves turn yellow and red. It's a very beautiful view. As it grows darker, it is illuminated by 263 lights. Every year about five hundred thousand people visit there.

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