Jakko-in Temple
寂光院
An ancient temple in the hills of Mount Shikao, where about a thousand maples turn red each autumn, making it Inuyama's most famous maple-viewing spot.
Jakko-in is said to have been founded in 654 under a vow by Emperor Kotoku, and it is known for its principal image of the thousand-armed Kannon. It is called the “Red Leaves Temple of Owari.” Each year in mid to late November, about 1,000 maple trees turn red across the hillside. From the gate to the main hall you climb about 300 stone steps (a slope cable car is also available), and the viewing terrace above overlooks Inuyama Castle and the Nobi Plain. Entry is free outside maple season. During peak foliage there is an admission fee and a temporary parking charge. The temple is open roughly 8:30 to 16:30. It is about a 30-minute walk from Inuyama-Yuen Station on the Meitetsu line, and temporary buses run during maple season.
Opening hours
About 08:30–16:30
Nearby sights
- Japan Monkey Centre
- Momotaro Shrine
- Inuyama Naritasan Temple
- Kiso River Cormorant Fishing
- Uraku-en Garden & Jo-an Teahouse
- Haritsuna Shrine
- Inuyama Castle
- Sanko Inari Shrine