Korankei is a river valley located in Toyota city, Aichi prefecture, especially well known as a viewing site of autumn leaves.
Taigetsu-kyo, a vermilion lacquered bridge over Tomoe River. It's said to be a symbol of Korankei.
Tomoe River, a tributary of Yahagi River.
The stone plate says Sanei-zenji, a priest of Kojakuji temple, began to plant maple trees along Tomoe River around in 1634.
The approach to Kojakuji temple
Kojakuji temple, built at the former site of the Asuke clan residence on Mt.Imoriyama, is a temple of the Soto sect of Zen Budism.
Hondo, main hall of Kojakuji temple
Sanmon, main gate of Kojakuji
Sanshu- Asuke-Yashiki reproducing an old farmhouse, is a tourist facility like a local folk museum.
The traditional works in this area (charcoal making, woodwork, paper making, weaver, etc) are demonstrated here.
Asuke-Hachiman Shrine Its main hall is designated as an important cultural property in Japan.
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