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[2022] 25 Autumn Leaves Illuminations in Kyoto

Kyoto is dotted with many places famous for its autumn foliage. In this issue, we will introduce you to some of the best spots in Kyoto where you can stop by on your days off or after work or school to enjoy the autumn foliage and the illumination of the leaves.

*Please check the official website and SNS in advance to confirm whether the event will be held or not.

Contents of this article

1.
Sagano Trolley "Illumination Fantasy Train" / Trolley Kameoka Station - Trolley Saga Station<br>
2.
NAKED Yolmoude 2022 Heian Jingu / Okazaki
3.
Kurodani: Konkai Komyoji Temple Special Night-time Adoration [Kurodani Konkai Komyoji Temple]/Okazaki<br>
4.
End of this year] Kodaiji Temple Autumn Night Special Viewing [Kodaiji Temple]/Higashiyama Yasui<br>
5.
Special Nighttime Viewing of Kondo and Kodo Hall with Autumn Leaves Lighted Up [Toji Temple<br>
6.
Eikando (Zenrin-ji Temple): Autumn exhibition of temple treasures and illumination [Eikando (Zenrin-ji Temple)] / Okazaki, Japan<br>
7.
Byodoin Temple, Uji, Kyoto, Japan<br>
8.
End of this year] Daigoji Temple: Autumn Night-time Adoration [Daigoji Temple<br>
9.
End of this year] Momiji-en Light-up [Kitano Tenmangu Shrine]/Kamishichichiken<br>
10.
Chion-in Temple: Autumn Light-up 2022 [Chion-in Temple] / Gion, Kyoto<br>
11.
NAKED FLOWERS 2022 Autumn / Nijo Castle<br>
12.
End of this year] Autumn Night Special Viewing [Hogonin Temple] / Arashiyama<br>
13.
End of this year] Daikakuji Temple Daisawa Pond Light-up [Daikakuji Temple] / Saga<br>
14.
End of this year]Ninna-ji Temple Maple Tree Lighting [Ninna-ji Temple]/Mimuro Ninna-ji Temple Station<br>
15.
Myokenji Temple Autumn Special Open House [Myokenji Temple]/Nishijin<br>
16.
End of this year] Nighttime Autumn Light-up [Koseiji Temple] / Uji, Japan<br>
17.
End of this year] 2022 Light-up "Light of the Pure Land" [Yanggokakuji Temple] / Nagaokakyo, Japan<br>
18.
End of this year】Lighting of autumn leaves and free admission to the greenhouse at night [Kyoto Botanical Garden]/Kitayama<br>
19.
Nighttime Special Viewing [Kiyomizu-Dera Temple] / Kiyomizu-Michi<br>
20.
Tofukuji Temple Night-time Adoration [Tofukuji Temple] / Tofukuji Temple<br>
21.
Special Autumn Viewing and Nighttime Lighting [Unryuin Temple]/Tofukuji Temple<br>
22.
Oharano Shrine Autumn Foliage Light-up / Oharano<br>
23.
Kibune Maple Lanterns [End of this year]Kibune Shrine<br>
24.
End of this year] Umekoji Park Autumn Foliage Festival [Umekoji Park]/Umekoji Kyoto Nishi Sta.<br>
25.
Canceled] Special Evening Viewing [Shogun's Mound Seiryuden] / Yamashina<br>

16. End of this year] Nighttime Autumn Light-up [Koseiji Temple] / Uji, Japan<br>

Koseiji Temple is a famous Soto sect temple known for its approach to Koto-zaka, where old trees with autumn leaves grow on both sides of a gentle uphill slope.
During the illumination of the autumn leaves, Kotosaka, a 200-meter approach to the Ryugu-zukuri temple gate, and the garden on the temple grounds will be lit up.

Koshoji Temple

Date and Time/November 11, 2022 (Friday) - December 4, 2022 (Sunday) 17:30 - 20:30
Charge/* Inquiries required for private parties. For details, please contactHPsuffix used as a rough indicator of location, direction, time, etc.

Koshoji Temple

  • Koshoji
  • 27-1 Ujiyamada, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 15-minute walk from Keihan Uji Station
    20 minutes walk from JR Uji Station
  • Tel.0774-21-2040

17. End of this year] 2022 Light-up "Light of the Pure Land" [Yanggokakuji Temple] / Nagaokakyo, Japan<br>

Yanggok-ji Temple was founded in 806 (Daido-gen) in the early Heian period (794-1185) by priest Enchin, the founder of Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
During the lighting-up period, the Kamishoin will be open to the public and limited red seals will be conferred. Visitors can also view the "Hana-Tezui" (flower water with hands), which has become a hot topic on SNS and in magazines, and an exhibition of temple treasures representing the present world and the next world that have been handed down from generation to generation.

Yangkuji Temple

Date and Time/November 23 (holiday), November 26 (Saturday), November 30 (Wednesday), December 3 (Saturday), 2022 17:00-18:00
donation money/ 3,000 yen (with souvenir)

Yangkuji Temple

  • Youkokuji
  • Kyoto Prefecture Nagaokakyo City Jodotando Valley 2
  • 10 minutes drive from "Nagaokakyo IC
    Shuttle bus service is available on the 17th of every month (for a fee).
  • Tel.075-956-0017

18. End of this year】Lighting of autumn leaves and free admission to the greenhouse at night [Kyoto Botanical Garden]/Kitayama<br>

The Kyoto Botanical Garden opened in 1924 as Japan's first public botanical garden.
During the nighttime illumination, various trees are illuminated with light. In particular, the reflection of approximately 200 Japanese maple trees around the pond in the Nakaragi Forest area on the surface of the water is a fantastic sight that should not be missed.

Kyoto Botanical Garden

Date and Time/November 12 (Saturday) to December 4 (Sunday), 2022
Light-up: "Sunset - 20:00 (last admission/19:30), Greenhouse 17:00 - 20:00 (last admission/19:30)
Charge200 yen, 150 yen for high school students, free for junior high school students and under
The greenhouse is open free of charge only at night (17:00 - 20:00).

Kyoto Botanical Garden

  • Kyoto Furitsu Shokubutsuen
  • Shimogamohangicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • A short walk from Kitayama Subway Station
  • Tel.075-701-0141

19. Nighttime Special Viewing [Kiyomizu-Dera Temple] / Kiyomizu-Michi<br>

Kiyomizu Temple is one of the representative temples of Kyoto.
In December 2020, the main hall and the stage of Kiyomizu were given a new look and became the talk of the town. The main hall, known as the stage of Kiyomizu, and the surrounding mountain maples will be lit up, creating an even more ethereal scene.

Period/November 18 (Friday) to 30 (Wednesday), 2022
Hours./ 17:30 - 21:00 (reception closed)
ChargeAdults (high school students and older) 400 yen, elementary and junior high school students 200 yen

Kiyomizu Temple

  • Kiyomizudera
  • 1-294 Shimizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 10 min. walk from bus stops "Kiyomizu-michi" and "Gojozaka".
  • Tel.075-551-1234

20. Tofukuji Temple Night-time Adoration [Tofukuji Temple] / Tofukuji Temple<br>

Tofukuji Temple is the head temple of the Tofukuji School of the Rinzai Sect of Zen Buddhism and boasts a magnificent temple complex.
From mid to late November, visitors can view the magnificent autumn leaves from Tsutenkyo Bridge in the precincts of the temple, which is also known as a famous autumn foliage viewing spot. The Tsutenkyo Bridge and the Hachiso-no-niwa (eight-phase garden) are the highlight of the autumn foliage illumination. The vermilion-painted Shinkyō Hōtō and the surrounding maple trees are reflected in the surface of Hōshō-ike Pond.

Tofukuji Temple

Date and Time/November 18 (Friday) to November 30 (Wednesday), 2022 17:00~20:00 (by appointment)
November 24: 17:15 - 20:00, November 28: 18:00 - 20:00
ChargeFree for elementary school students and younger.

Tofukuji Temple

  • tofu lottery
  • 15-778 Honcho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 10 minutes walk from JR Tofukuji Station
    4 minutes on foot from the bus stop "Tofukuji"
  • Tel. 075-284-0183 (Tofukuji Temple Night-time Adoration Office, JTB Kyoto Chuo Branch)
    *October 11 and thereafter, weekdays 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The information is subject to change. Please contact each store or facility directly for the latest information.
All prices include tax.
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