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Visit at least once! Kyoto - Famous places for autumn foliage

Kyoto: 30 Famous Places to See Autumn Foliage in Kyoto 30 Best Places to View the Autumn Foliage in Kyoto

Kyoto is dotted with many places famous for their autumn foliage, and as autumn deepens, you will encounter beautiful autumn leaves.
This time, we will introduce you to the latest autumn foliage spots in Kyoto in 2021, from classic autumn foliage spots to hidden gems, where you can drop by on your days off or even after work or school! We will introduce you to the latest autumn foliage spots in Kyoto in 2021, from classic autumn foliage spots to hidden gems.

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6. [Jingoji Temple] / Kaohsiung

Jingo-ji Temple is associated with Kukai, the founder of Japan's esoteric Buddhism.
During the autumn foliage season, the contrast between the blue of the moss and the red of the foliage looks beautiful.

Best time to see/ Usually mid to late November
Visiting hours/9:00~16:00
admission fee600 yen for adults (junior high school students and older), 300 yen for elementary school students

Jingoji Temple

Jingoji Temple

  • Jingoji
  • 5 Umegahata Takao-cho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 7 minutes walk from bus stop "Maki no O".
  • Tel.075-861-1769

7. [Ximing Temple] / Kaohsiung

Saimyoji Temple was founded by Chisen Shonin, a nephew of Kobo Daishi, who was associated with Jingoji Temple, as a training center for young monks.
It is also known for its spectacular natural scenery, which changes with the seasons: cherry blossoms and mountain azaleas in spring, fresh greenery in summer, autumn leaves in fall, and snowy landscapes in winter.

Best time to see/ Usually early to late November
Visiting hours/9:00-17:00
admission feeAdults: 500 yen, Junior high and high school students: 400 yen

Saimyoji Temple

Saimyoji Temple

  • Saimyouji
  • 1 Umegahata Makiocho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 6 min. walk from Maki no O bus stop.
  • Tel.075-861-1770

8. [Kibune Shrine / Kibune, Kurama

Kibune Shrine is dedicated to the deity Takakami-no-mikoto, who is in charge of water supply.
When the autumn leaves are lit up, the maple trees illuminated by the lights radiate a different beauty from that of the daytime.

Best time to see/ Usually early to late November
opening time of the gate/ 6:00 - 20:00 *During the "Kibune Maple Lantern Festival," November 06 (Sat.) - 28 (Sun.) - 20:30
Kibune Maple Lanterns in Kyoto/ November 06 (Sat) - 28 (Sun)

Kifune Shrine

Kifune Shrine

  • Kifu screwja
  • 180 Kurama Kifunecho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 5 minutes on foot from "Kifune" bus stop
  • Tel.075-741-2016

9. [Kuramadera Temple / Kibune, Kurama

Kuramadera Temple is known as the place where Ushiwakamaru trained and is the most powerful spot in Kyoto.
The best time to view the leaves is usually from early to late November. From the Niomon Gate to the 99-fold approach, through the Tenporin-do Hall to the main Kondo Hall, visitors will be enchanted by the various expressions of the autumn leaves brought about by the abundant nature of Kurama Mountain.
In particular, the autumn leaves that brightly decorate the vermilion Niomon gate and the approach leading to the main shrine are a must-see beauty.

Best time to see/ Usually early November to late November
Opening Hours of the Main Hall/9:00~16:15
Reihouden (Kuramayama Museum) Opening Hours/9:00~16:00
Closed on Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a national holiday), and closed from December 12 to the end of February.
Ficus pumila var. awkeotsang (variety of climbing fig)300 yen
Reihouden (Kuramayama Museum) Admission200 yen

Kurama Temple

  • Kurama
  • 1074 Kurama Honmachi, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • Short walk from Eiden Kurama Station
  • Tel.075-741-2003

10. [Arashiyama

The temple's name comes from the Buddhist term "jojakko-do," meaning the most idealistic place in the world where the Buddha lives [jojakkoji].
The approach to the 12-meter-high Daboto (pagoda), which rises behind the main hall, is decorated with autumn leaves and offers a spectacular view of the city of Kyoto and, if the weather permits, Mt.

Best time to see/ Usually mid to late November
Hours of Prayer/ 9:00 - 17:00 (Reception close / 16:30)
admission fee/500 yen

Jojakkoji Temple

Jojakkoji Temple

  • Jojakoji
  • Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Ukyo Ward, Saga Ogurayama Oguramachi 3
  • 18-minute walk from JR Saga-Arashiyama Station
  • Tel.075-861-0435
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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