Guide
Momijidani Park was created by developing the former sites of several temples that existed during the Edo period. This area was once known as "Teradani" (Temple Valley) due to the high concentration of temples. Today, the park serves as a place where history and nature coexist, featuring the historic Eiko-ji and Tosen-ji temples. The park is particularly famous for its stunning scenery, showcasing lush green maple leaves in the spring and brilliant red and orange foliage during the autumn season.
The history of the park dates back to the Edo period. After serving as a cluster of temples, the area was eventually developed into a public park. The site also holds significant cultural importance through the "Dokuritsu Monument." Dokuritsu was a person who naturalized in Japan during the late Ming Dynasty of China and contributed significantly to the development of medicine, philosophy, and culture through his interactions with Kikkawa Hirokatsu, the lord of the Iwakuni Clan. The monument inscribed with his achievements includes poems reflecting on the laws of nature.
The park contains several spots of great historical and aesthetic value. One is the garden of Eiko-ji, which was designated as a scenic spot of Iwakuni City in 1999. Another is Tosen-ji temple, which is home to the