A quiet stillness settles the moment you enter Genko-an, especially when the autumn leaves glow against the old wooden hall. The temple began in the late 1600s as a small Zen retreat shaped by master Tettō Gikō, and it still carries that calm rhythm today. Inside, the room with the square and round windows draws most visitors. One frames the garden with steady lines, the other softens the scene into a gentle circle. During peak foliage, both viewpoints turn the maple canopy into a study of color and reflection. If you visit, go early in the day since the hall is compact and fills quickly. The surrounding residential area stays quiet, so take your time walking in. 📍 Genko-an (源光庵) 47 Kitatakagaminechō, Kita Ward, Kyoto #KyotoTravel #Genkoan #KyotoAutumn