[Saga] Saga: D興善寺 & Kyunenan & Yoshinogari Station & Mifuneyama Rakuen & Yūtoku Inari Shrine Maple Viewing Day Trip

• * A one-day tour of Kyushu's hidden autumn foliage spots, departing from Fukuoka and taking you to Saga's top maple viewing destinations.
• * Daikouzenji Temple has a long history, with more than 3
• 000 maple trees covering the stone steps. The ancient temple and red leaves complement each other, creating a peaceful and solemn atmosphere.
• * Kunenan Garden is only open in November. The ancient houses, moss gardens, and gardens full of red leaves intertwine to present a dreamy autumn scene.
• * Yoshinogari Station offers Saga's local cuisine and specialty experiences, making it an ideal stop for rest and cultural exploration.
• * Mifuneyama Rakuen is built along the mountains and rivers. The lake reflects the colorful autumn colors, and the nighttime red leaf lighting event adds a romantic and dreamy touch.
• * Yūtoku Inari Shrine is surrounded by vermilion torii gates, with golden and red maple forests lining the background. Stroll through the forest and feel the mysterious and solemn blessing atmosphere.

# **Kyushu Autumn Foliage Secret Spot Day Trip: Exploring Ancient Temple Gardens and Shrine Autumn Colors in Saga's Mountains and Forests** **Special Note: Kunen-an Open Dates: November 15th - November 30th. Kunen-an is closed on other dates, and you will visit Nibusan Shrine instead.** * Departing from Fukuoka, this day trip takes you to Saga's top autumn foliage spots. The first stop is the historic Daikozenji Temple, an ancient Tendai sect temple with over 1300 years of history built on a mountain. Every autumn, more than 3,000 maple trees in the temple dye the valley red, covering the stone steps and screening the halls. The tranquility and solemnity of the ancient temple are contrasted by the brilliant autumn leaves, as if stepping into the depths of time. * Then head to **Kunen-an (visited between November 15th and November 30th), and Nibusan Shrine on other dates.** This private villa and stroll-style Japanese garden from the Meiji period is named after the owner's nine years of careful construc