[Kyoto] Vast parks and nature surrounding the Imperial Palace

●Name Kyoto Gyoen ●Access Kyoto Gyoen 3, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto City 🚗Use nearby parking ●Points The Kyoto Imperial Palace was the residence of the Emperor until the Meiji Restoration The large park surrounding the Kyoto Imperial Palace is called Kyoto Gyoen There are 10 entrances (gates) to the palace, and although it is a vast park not within the palace, there are many things to see The most famous is Sarugatsuji, located in the demon's direction in the northeast corner of the Kyoto Imperial Palace, where monkeys, messengers of the gods of Hiyoshi Sannosha, are enshrined The east and north sides of the palace are very rich in nature, and you can observe a variety of trees, insects, and birds There is a free rest area located north of Nakadachiuri Gomon You can buy souvenirs and eat, and the restrooms are very clean I visited on October 14th, but the signs of autumn are yet to come The autumn leaves in Kyoto will be at their best from around November 20th to 25th🍁 #Autumn trip #Autumn leaves spots