Ryukozan Choan-ji Temple, Soto Zen sect (曹洞宗龍虎山長安寺)
Flow of the course
Open season: November 4 〜 November 24
Previous stop: Sengokuhara Pampas Grass Field (仙石原すすき草原)About 120 min here
About this spot
This old Soto Zen temple was founded in 1655 and is a quiet autumn foliage spot in Sengokuhara. The best viewing period is usually from early to late November. The scenery of the Five Hundred Rakan statues scattered throughout the grounds set against the red maple leaves is unique to this temple, and searching for statues with different expressions, laughing faces, sleeping faces, as you walk keeps children engaged. In November, fog can also turn the nearby pampas grass field a reddish-brown, adding another autumn scene to enjoy.
Season & hours
Name: 長安寺（仙石原）
Date & time: Typically early November–late November(仙石原エリアの見頃はearly November・11月には霧により草紅葉も)
Venue: 箱根町・長安寺（仙石原）
Tips
The grounds have many slopes and stone steps, so wear comfortable walking shoes. This is a quiet temple, so review temple etiquette with your children before entering.
Best time to visit
Afternoon, when the low angled light illuminates the maple leaves
How was this spot?
Access & map
250-0631 82 Sengokuhara, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
Model course featuring this spot
2026 Full-Day Course: Autumn Leaves at Choan-ji Temple (Sengokuhara)
Kanagawa
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