Ryuonji Temple is cloistered away in the mountains, about two hours away from central Kyoto. It was originally built all the way back in the Heian period, as a temple for practitioners of shugendo (a mountain worship religion that combines aspects of Buddhism and Shinto). Thanks to the talented @ui_hii618love for capturing this autumn moment!
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