Ninna-ji Temple was founded by Emperor Uda in the early Heian period (794-1185) and has a strong connection with the imperial family.
The Omuro cherry blossoms are famous, but the autumn leaves that adorn the majestic five-story pagoda and other structures are also exceptionally beautiful. During the autumn foliage season, the pagoda is illuminated at night, creating a fantastic atmosphere.

Best time to see/ Usually mid-November to early December
Ninna-ji Temple Gosho Garden Hours/ Mar-Nov 9:00-17:00, Dec-Feb 9:00-16:00
Gosho Garden Visiting feeAdults 800 yen, High school students and younger free
Reihokan (limited time only) admission feeAdults: 500 yen, High school students and younger: free
Persons with a disability certificate are exempted from paying the entrance fee upon presentation of the certificate.

Jisso-in Temple, a monastery associated with the Imperial Family.
The magnificent stone garden "Kokoro-no-O-niwa" with the mountains of Hiei as a backdrop is in perfect harmony with the autumn leaves and the white sand. In the landscape garden with a backdrop of the mountain behind, visitors can enjoy a moment of tranquility while admiring the moss garden and the autumn leaves decorating the pond. The mysterious beauty of the floorboards in the waterfall room, known as "Toko-momiji" (floor maple leaves), which reflect the crimson maple leaves like a water mirror, is sure to captivate visitors.

Best time to see/ Usually mid-November to early December
Visiting hours9:00-17:00 (irregular holidays apply)
admission feeAdults: 500 yen, Junior high school and elementary school students: 250 yen
The gate will be closed on November 3 and 4.

Kozanji Temple is famous as a national treasure for its caricatures of birds, animals, and people, and as a temple associated with the Buddhist priest Myoe.
From the porch of the national treasure Seoksuin Temple, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the autumn foliage of Mukoyama.

Best time to see/ Usually mid-November to early December
Visiting hours9:00-17:00 (last admission at 16:00)
mountain entry feeSeoksuin Temple is a separate admission fee of 800 yen.

The Kyoto Botanical Garden opened in 1924 as Japan's first public botanical garden.
About 1,000 trees, including Irohamomiji and Ginkgo trees, turn brilliant colors, and visitors can enjoy a variety of autumn foliage for more than a month. The park will be illuminated from mid-November to early December.

Best time to see/ Usually mid-November to mid-December
opening hours (of a park, etc.)9:00-17:00 (last admission at 16:00)
Greenhouse Opening Hours/ 10:00-16:00 (last admission at 15:30)
* Closed from December 28th to January 4th
kindergarten enrolment fee200 yen, 150 yen for high school students, free for junior high school students and under
Greenhouse admission fee200 yen, 150 yen for high school students, free for junior high school students and under
Free admission to the park and greenhouse for those 70 years old or older with proof of age.
Admission, greenhouse admission and parking fees are free for those with a disability certificate (including caregivers) upon presentation of the certificate or Milairo ID.

Shimogamo-jinja Shrine is the most historic power spot in Kyoto.
In the Tadasunomori forest, maple trees and zelkova trees turn the forest red and yellow. The best time to view the leaves is relatively late, from early to mid-December, so visitors can enjoy the autumn colors in a relaxed atmosphere.

Best time to see/usually early December to mid-December
Hours of Prayer/ 5:30-18:00 in summer, 6:30-17:00 in winter
*Open hours for special visits are 10:00-16:00
admission feeFree of charge on the premises