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Usually from early November to early December.
You can meet beautiful autumn leaves as autumn deepens.
From information on the best time to see autumn leaves,
From hidden spots and stations to nearby temples and shrines
We will guide you about autumn leaves in Kyoto.
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Special visiting information will be updated from time to time!
Find the best time to see
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too much to seeSeason Late November to early DecemberKiyomizu Temple
Kiyomizu-dera Temple is one of the most famous temples in Kyoto, and from late November to early December, approximately 1,000 maple trees and mountain maples turn into autumn colors.Google Map1-294 Shimizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
11 min. walk from bus stops "Kiyomizu-michi" and "Gojozaka".
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too much to seeSeason Mid to late NovemberTofukuji Temple
The main temple of the Tofukuji sect of the Rinzai Sect of Zen Buddhism, with approximately 2,000 maple trees and maples in full autumnal hues from mid to late November.Google Map15-778 Honcho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
10 minutes walk from JR Tofukuji Station
10 minute walk from Tofukuji bus stop.
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too much to seeSeason Mid to late NovemberEikando (Zenrinji Temple)
Built in 853. It has been called "Eikando of maple trees" since ancient times, and is famous for its autumn foliage, with approximately 3,000 maple trees in brilliant color.Google Map48 Eikandocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
3-minute walk from the bus stop "Nanzenji Eikando-michi"
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too much to seeSeason Mid to late NovemberKifune Shrine
［Kibune Shrine is dedicated to the god Takakami-no-mikoto, who is in charge of water supply. It is a favorite spot for locals to visit for the autumn foliage!Google Map180 Kurama Kifunecho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
About a 4-minute bus ride from Eiden's "Kifuneguchi Station"
2 minutes on foot from "Kifune" bus stop
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too much to seeSeason Late November to early DecemberToji Temple
Founded in 796 (Enryaku 15) as a temple for national protection. Known for its beautiful autumn foliage, the contrast between the leaves and the five-story pagoda is a must-see.Google Map1 Kujocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
11 minute walk from Kintetsu Toji Station
4-minute walk from the bus stop "Toji Higashimon-mae"
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too much to seeSeason Mid to late NovemberKitano Tenmangu Shrine
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is famous as the god of learning. The shrine's main gate is a "maple garden" with approximately 350 maple trees.Google Map
Bakurocho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
5 minutes on foot from Randen "Kitano Hakubaicho Station"
Short walk from "Kitano Tenmangu-mae" bus stop
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Best time to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberSagano Romantic Train
Popular sightseeing train [Sagano Trolley Train]. You can luxuriously enjoy the dynamic and fantastic autumn leaves of the Hozugawa River Gorge from the train window.Google MapTorokko Saga Station/Saga Tenryu-ji Kurimichi-cho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Short walk from JR Saga-Arashiyama Station
5 minutes walk from Randen "Saga Station"
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too much to seeSeason Late November to early DecemberYangkuji Temple
The temple was founded in 806 (Daido-gen) in the early Heian period (794-1185). During the fall foliage season, trees such as maples and maple trees turn brilliant colors.Google MapKyoto Prefecture Nagaokakyo City Jodotando Valley 2
10 minutes by car from Kyoto Jukan Expressway "Nagaokakyo IC"
A shuttle bus service is available on the 17th of each month (paid)
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberByodo-in Temple
This temple was founded by Fujiwara no Yorimichi. During the fall foliage season, the colored maple trees and the Phoenix Hall are reflected on the surface of the water, creating a beautiful scene.Google Map116 Renge Uji, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture
10-minute walk from JR/Keihan Uji Station
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberDaigoji Temple
This ancient temple is also known for Hideyoshi Toyotomi's "Daigo no Hanami" (cherry blossom viewing in Daigo). The maple trees and dodan-tsutsuji (azalea) on the temple grounds are colorfully tinted, creating a special atmosphere unique to this time of year.Google Map22 Daigo Higashiojicho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Short walk from bus stops "Daigoji-mae" and "Daigoji
10-minute walk from Daigo Station on the Tozai Subway Line
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too much to seePeriod: Early to late NovemberJingoji Temple
Jingo-ji Temple, a temple associated with Kukai, is a hidden spot where visitors can enjoy the contrast between the lush, beautiful moss garden and the autumn leaves.Google Map5 Umegahata Takao-cho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
About 20 minutes on foot from the bus stop "Kaohsiung"
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The best time to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberFormer Imperial Villa Nijo Castle
Tokugawa Ieyasu built the castle in 1603. It is also known for its beautiful autumn foliage, with ginkgo and maple trees turning beautiful colors.
Google MapKyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Nakagyo Ward, Nijo-dori, Horikawa Nishiiri, Nijo Castle Town 541
Short walk from Subway "Nijojo-mae Station" Exit 1
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Best time to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberKeishun-in Temple
Founded in 1598. Visitors can enjoy the autumn leaves in the Shinnyo Garden and the Garden of Thought, both national historic sites, as well as in the Shoin, which was relocated from Nagahama Castle.Google MapKyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Ukyo Ward, Hanazonojino Nakamachi 11
5 minute walk from Myoshinji Kitamon-mae bus stop
7 minute walk from Randen Myoshinji Station
15 minutes walk from JR Hanazono Station
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too much to seeSeason Late November to early DecemberDaihikaku Senkoji Temple
This Zen temple is located halfway up Arashiyama after climbing a series of stone steps. In the fall, the temple overlooks the Kamearashi-kyo Gorge, which is colored a brilliant red.Google Map62 Arashiyama Nakaoshitacho, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
14 minutes on foot from the bus stop "Arashiyama Park"
17 minutes on foot from Randen "Arashiyama Station"
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too much to seeSeason: Typically mid- to late NovemberOharano Shrine
This is the first branch shrine among the thousands of Kasuga shrines in Japan. In late autumn, the reflection of autumn leaves on the surface of the water peeking through the gaps between the leaves of water lilies is beautiful.Google Map1152 Minamikasuga-cho, Oharano, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto
8 minute walk from Minami Kasugacho bus stop
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too much to seeTime of year Late November to mid-DecemberMyokenji Temple
Myokenji Temple was not open to the public until a few years ago. It is still a little-known spot for viewing the autumn leaves.Google Map514 Myokenji Maecho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
5 minutes on foot from "Horikawa Teranouchi" bus stop
10 minutes walk from Kuramaguchi Subway Station
15 minutes walk from Subway "Imadegawa Station"
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too much to seeSeason Late November to early DecemberShogunzuka Seiryuden
The enclave precincts of Seiren-in Monzeki, located at the top of Mt. Take a leisurely stroll through the garden and be intoxicated by the scenery of about 220 maple trees.Google MapKyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Yamashina Ward, Zushiokukachocho 28
5 minutes drive from Higashiyama Subway Station
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too much to seePeriod early to late NovemberSennyu-ji Temple
The head temple of the Sennyuji School of Shingon Buddhism. A stroll in the autumn foliage season is also recommended, when the halls and precincts are enveloped by trees in red hues.Google Map27 Sannaicho, Sennyuji, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
15-minute walk from Sennyuji-michi bus stop
20 minutes walk from JR Tofukuji Station
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberYoshimine-ji Temple
The temple was founded in the mid-Heian period by Shonin Gentoku. During the season of autumn leaves, the entire mountain is dyed in vermilion, creating a spectacular scene unique to mountain temples.Google Map1372 Oshiocho, Oharano, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
About 15–20 minutes by taxi from JR “Mukō-machi Station” or Hankyu “Higashi-Mukō Station”
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Best time to seeSeason: Typically late November through early DecemberJonangu
It was built as a national guardian deity in the south of the capital on the occasion of the relocation of the capital to Heian period (794-1185). It is widely worshipped as a god of protection from the sun. It is known for its autumn leaves, weeping plum blossoms, and camellias.Google MapKyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Fushimi Ward, Nakajima Toba Rikyucho 7
A 3-minute walk from the "Jōnan-gū" bus stop
17 min. walk from Exit 5 of Takeda Station on the subway and Kintetsu Line
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberShokokuji Temple
Shokokuji Temple is the head temple of the Shokokuji School of the Rinzai Sect. The highlight of the temple is the Karesansui (dry landscape garden) Kaisando-Teien, which is open for special viewing only during the fall foliage season.Google MapKyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Kamigyo Ward, Imadegawa-dori, Karasuma Higashiiru
5 minutes walk from Subway Karasuma Line "Imadegawa Station"
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too much to seeDates: Typically November 14 through late NovemberKoetsuji Temple
Koetsu-ji Temple is said to have originated when Hon'ami Koetsu established a hermitage. The temple grounds are surrounded by natural vegetation and beautiful autumn leaves.Google Map29 Takagamine Koetsu-cho, Kita Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
2-minute walk from the bus stop "Takamine Genkoan-mae"
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too much to seeSeason Mid to late NovemberSanzen-in Temple
Sanzenin Temple is one of the five monasteries of the Tendai sect of Buddhism. The leaves usually change color from mid to late November, and the maple trees in Juhokuen turn brilliant colors.Google Map540 Ohararaigoin-cho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
12 minutes walk from Ohara bus stop.
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too much to seeTime: Mid-November to early DecemberKomyoji Temple
The head temple of the Nishiyama Jodo sect, famous throughout Japan in recent years for its autumn foliage. The vast precincts of the temple are dyed bright red, overwhelming visitors.Google MapKyoto Prefecture Nagaokakyo City Ao Saijonouchi 26-1
Bus from JR Nagaokakyo Station or Hankyu Nagaoka Tenjin Station
2 minutes walk from bus stop "Asahigaoka Home-mae".
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberBishamondo
After being repeatedly burned down and relocated, it moved to Yamashina in 1665. The sight of the Teshizaka slope turning bright red in autumn is breathtaking.Google Map18, Azu Inariyama-cho, Yamashina-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
A 15-minute walk from JR "Yamashina Station"
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberEnkoji Temple
This temple was established by Tokugawa Ieyasu in 1601. The autumn leaves in the garden, which can be viewed while sitting on a seat in the shoin (drawing room), are as beautiful as if they were a painting.Google Map13 Otaricho, Ichijoji, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
10 minutes walk from Ichijoji Sagarimatsu bus stop
15-minute walk from Eiden Ichijoji Station
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too much to seeTime of year Late November to mid-DecemberShin'ō-ji Temple
A temple of the Daikakuji school of Shingon Buddhism, famous for the tragic love story in "The Tale of the Heike. In autumn, the moss garden is covered with many scattered autumn leaves.Google MapKyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Ukyo Ward, Saga Torii Honkosakacho 32
15-minute walk from the bus stop "Saga Shakado-mae"
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too much to seeSeason: Typically mid-November through early DecemberMyoshinji Temple
Tazo-in Temple is located just west of the south main gate of Myoshin-ji Temple. The beautiful and elegant garden is tinted red with autumn leaves in fall.Google Map35 Hanazono Myoshinjicho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
3 minutes walk from bus stop "Myoshinji-mae".
5 minute walk from Myoshinji Kitamon-mae bus stop
10 minutes walk from JR Hanazono Station
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Best time to seeTime of year Mid-November to mid-DecemberKyoto Gyoen
The Kyoto Gyoen (Kyoto Imperial Garden) is loved by many Kyoto residents for its seasonal flowers and trees. In autumn, maple trees, ginkgo trees, and maple trees gradually change color.Google Map3 Kyoto Gyoen, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
5 min. walk from Subway "Imadegawa" or "Marutamachi" station.
5 min. walk from bus stop "Prefectural Medical University Hospital Mae".
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberKozanji Temple
Kozanji Temple is famous for its World Heritage Site and National Treasure, the caricatures of birds, animals, and humans. From the porch of the national treasure Seoksuin Temple, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Mukoyama and the autumn leaves.Google Map8 Umegahata Toganocho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
1 minute walk from Toganoo bus stop
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too much to seeSeason: late October to early DecemberNison-in Temple
This temple is closely associated with Honen Shonin. The approach to the temple past the main gate is called "Baba of Autumn Leaves" and is famous for its autumn foliage.Google Map27 Nagagami-cho, in front of the gate of Saga Nisonin, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
10-minute walk from the bus stop "Saga Shakado-mae"
15 min. walk from JR Saga-Arashiyama Sta.
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too much to seeTime: Early November to early DecemberJisso-in Temple
Founded in the Kamakura period (1185-1333), the temple was built in the Kamakura period (1185-1333). It is also famous for its autumn foliage, and the "Toko-momiji" (floor maple) reflected on the floorboards of the Kyakuden and Taki no Ma (waterfall room) is exceptionally beautiful.Google Map121 Kamikura-cho, Iwakura, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Short walk from Iwakura Jissoin bus stop
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too much to seeSeason Mid to late NovemberJojakkoji Temple
The name [Jojakkoji Temple] derives from a Buddhist term meaning the most idealistic of all the worlds where Buddha lives. In autumn, the approach to the temple is decorated with autumn leaves.Google MapKyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Ukyo Ward, Saga Ogurayama Oguramachi 3
9 minutes on foot from the bus stop "Saga Elementary School Mae"
16 minutes on foot from JR Saga-Arashiyama Station
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too much to seeEarly November to late NovemberSaimyoji Temple
［Saimyo-ji Temple is a favorite spot for viewing the autumn leaves! The colorful autumn leaves peek out from the main hall, providing an elegant view.Google Map1 Umegahata Makiocho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
6 minutes on foot from the bus stop "Makinoo"
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too much to seeTime of year Usually mid-November to early DecemberSagimori Shrine
Sagimori Shrine is a place where visitors can enjoy strolling throughout the four seasons, including the autumn leaves in fall, the mountain cherry blossoms in spring, and forest bathing in early summer.Google Map16, Shugakuin Miyanowaki-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
13-minute walk from Shugakuin Station on the Eiden Line
12 minute walk from Shugakuin Eki-mae bus stop.
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Best time to seeSeason Mid to late NovemberReikanji Temple
Reikanji Temple is also known as the "temple of camellias. The temple is usually closed to the public, but is open to the public twice a year, in spring and fall, when the temple grounds are decorated with azaleas and camellias in spring and Japanese maples and maple trees in fall.Google Map12 Goshonodan-cho, Shikagaya, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
3 min. walk from bus stop "Kami-miyanomae-cho".
5 min. walk from Kinrin Shako-mae bus stop.
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberShojiji Temple
This temple of the Tendai sect is said to have been rebuilt by Saicho. The temple is planted with an equal amount of cherry blossoms and autumn leaves, allowing visitors to enjoy the scenery of the four seasons.Google Map1194 Oharano Kasugacho, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
20 minutes on foot from the bus stop "Minami Kasugacho"
About 30 minutes by car from "Kyoto Station"
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Best time to seeSeason early December to mid-DecemberShimogamo Shrine
It is one of the oldest shrines in Kyoto, with records dating back to 90 BC. The best time to view the autumn leaves is relatively late, from early to mid-December.Google Map59 Shimogamo Izumigawa-cho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
A 3-minute walk from the “Shimogamo Shrine” and “Tadasu-no-Mori” bus stops
A 7-minute walk from Exit 5 of Keihan's "Demachiyanagi Station"
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberRurikoin Temple
This is a branch temple of Jodo Shinshu's Muryozan Komyoji Temple, which has its main temple in Gifu. It is open to the public in spring and fall. The contrast between the autumn leaves and moss is very beautiful in the fall.Google Map55 Kamitakano Higashiyama, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
5 minute walk from Eiden Yase-Hieizanguchi Station
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberTenryu temple
It was built by Ashikaga Takauji in 1339. The Sogen Pond Garden, which retains the atmosphere of those days, changes its appearance depending on the season, and is tinted with autumn leaves in fall.Google MapKyoto Prefecture Kyoto City
Short walk from Randen Arashiyama Station
A 13-minute walk from the South Exit of JR Saga-Arashiyama Station
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberKoshoji Temple
A famous Soto Zen temple founded by Dogen Zenji in Fukakusa in the Kamakura period (1185-1333). It is known for its approach to Kotozaka, where old trees covered with autumn leaves grow on both sides of a gentle uphill slope.Google Map27-1 Ujiyamada, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture
30 minutes walk from JR "Uji" station
20 min. walk from "Uji" station of Keihan
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberShinnyodo
Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple is a temple of the Tendai sect, and its official name is [Shinsho Gokuraku-ji Temple]. Founded in 984 (Eikan 2). It is also known as a famous place for autumn leaves.Google Map82 Shinnyo-cho, Jodoji, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
6 min. walk from "Shinnyodo-mae" city bus stop.
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too much to seeTime of year Late November to mid-DecemberFormer Mitsui Family Shimogamo Villa
Former villa of the wealthy merchant Mitsui family, open to the public since 2016 (Heisei 28), with special openings of normally closed areas held during limited periods such as autumn.Google Map58-2 Shimogamomiyagawacho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
5-minute walk from the bus stops "Aoibashi Nishizume" and "Demachiyanagi Ekimae"
5 minutes walk from Keihan Eiden "Demachiyanagi Station"
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too much to seePeriod early to late NovemberHeian Shrine
From mid-November, maple trees begin to change color in the shrine's grounds, including the shrine garden, which covers an area of about 10,000 m2.Google Map97 Nishitennocho, Okazaki, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Short walk from bus stop "Okazaki Park, Museum & Heian Jingu-mae".
10 minutes walk from Higashiyama subway station
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beginning to colorSeason Mid to late NovemberYase Maple Tree Path
［Yase Maple Trail is a walking path near Yase Hieizamaguchi Station. In autumn, visitors can enjoy the vivid autumn leaves and the murmuring of the river.Google MapHigashiyama, Kamikoya, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
5-minute walk from Yase-Hieiyamaguchi Station on the Eizan Electric Railway
A short walk from Yase Station on the Eizan Cable
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too much to seeSeason Late November to early DecemberKyoto Botanical Garden
Japan's first public botanical garden. During the fall foliage season, approximately 1,000 trees—including Japanese maple and ginkgo—turn vibrant colors.Google MapShimogamohangicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
A short walk from exit 3 of "Kitayama" subway station
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too much to seeSeason Mid to late NovemberNonomiya Shrine
Nomiya Shrine is known as the god of marriage. In autumn, the sky is decorated with maple trees, and the contrast with the black wooden torii gate is fantastic.Google Map1 Saganomiyacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
5 minutes walk from Randen "Arashiyama Station"
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too much to seeSeason Mid to late NovemberShisendo
The Shisen-do Hall was named after the portraits and poems of the 36 poets. During the popular fall foliage season, it is recommended to visit just after the gate opens.Google Map27 Monguchicho, Ichijoji, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
7 minute walk from Ichijoji Sagarimatsucho bus stop
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too much to seeSeason: late November to early DecemberRokuo-in Temple
The origin of this temple is the pagoda of Hodananji Temple, which was built by Ashikaga Yoshimitsu in 1379. The approach straight after passing through the temple gate is a highlight of the autumn foliage.Google Map24 Sagakitahoricho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
6 minute walk from JR Saga-Arashiyama Station
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too much to seeSeason Mid to late NovemberUnryu-in Temple
Built as a branch temple of Sennyu-ji Temple. The autumn leaves can be enjoyed from the rooms with "Shikishi no mado", "Enlightenment no mado", and "Lost window".Google Map36 Sannaicho, Sennyuji, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
15-minute walk from Sennyuji-michi bus stop
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too much to seeSeason Mid to late NovemberKurama Temple
Kuramadera Temple is a power spot known as the place where Ushiwakamaru trained. The rich nature of Mt. Kurama will enchant you with its autumn foliage.Google Map1074 Kurama Honmachi, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
A short walk from Eiden "Kurama Station" Niomon
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too much to seeSeason Mid to late NovemberZuishin-in Temple
Zuishin-in Temple in Yamashina is a temple associated with Ono no Komachi. The temple is also known for its autumn foliage and ume plum blossoms, and maple trees can be seen throughout the temple grounds.Google Map35 Ono Goryocho, Yamashina Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
5 minute walk from Subway Ono Station
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too much to seeSeason: Typically mid-November through early DecemberHogon-in Temple
One of the Tenryu-ji temple's pagoda temples. Normally closed to the public, it is open for special viewing from early October and illuminated in November during the fall foliage season.Google MapKyoto Prefecture Kyoto City
Immediately from the bus stop "Arashiyama Tenryu-ji Mae"
5 minutes walk from Randen "Arashiyama Station"
10 minutes walk from JR "Saga-Arashiyama Station" or Hankyu "Arashiyama Station"
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Best time to seeSeason Mid to late NovemberShorinji Temple
［This temple is located in the Tofukuji Temple and is called "Bishamonten of Tofukuji Temple. It is usually closed to the public, but is open to the public on special occasions in spring and fall every year.Google Map15-795 Honcho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
8-minute walk from JR/Keihan Tofukuji Station
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too much to seeSeason: Early November through mid-DecemberNinnaji Temple
Founded in 888 (the 4th year of the Ninna era) during the early Heian period by Emperor Uda, the 59th emperor. The autumn foliage that adorns the temple’s structures, including the majestic five-story pagoda, is exceptionally beautiful.Google Map33 Omuro Ouchi, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
A short walk from the bus stop "Omuro Ninnaji"
5 minutes walk from Randen "Omuro-Ninnaji Station"
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too much to seeSeason Late November to early DecemberKodaiji Temple
The shrine was built in 1606 by Nene Kitamasasho, the wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, to mourn his death. It is also known for its beautiful autumn foliage.
Google Map526 Kodaiji Shimogawaramachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
7 minutes on foot from the bus stop "Higashiyama Yasui"
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberChion-in Temple
The head temple of the Jodo sect. In the fall, the autumn foliage of Japanese maples and zelkova trees is beautiful, especially in the Yuzen Garden and Hojo Garden.Google Map400 Hayashishitacho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
5 min. walk from bus stop "Chion-in-mae".
8 min. walk from Exit 1 of Higashiyama Subway Station
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Best time to seeSeason Late November to early DecemberKenninji Temple
The oldest Zen temple in Kyoto, founded by Eisai in 1202. In autumn, the temple grounds turn red and yellow with maple trees and lighthouse azaleas.Google Map584 Komatsucho, Yamatooji-dori, Shijoshitaru, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
5 minutes on foot from the bus stop "Higashiyama Yasui"
7 minutes on foot from Keihan Gion-Shijo Station
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberUmekoji Park
The park was opened in 1995 to commemorate the 1200th anniversary of the founding of the Heian Capital. During the Umekoji Park Autumn Foliage Festival, the Suzaku Garden is illuminated!Google Map56-3 Kankijicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Short walk from JR Umekoji Park Kyoto Nishi Station
15 minute walk from JR Kyoto Station
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too much to seeSeason Mid-November to early DecemberDaikakuji Temple
Also called Saga Gosho, this is the head temple of the Daikakuji school of the Shingon sect of Buddhism. Visitors can see various expressions of autumn leaves, such as maple leaves reflected on the surface of Osawa Pond.Google Map4 Saga Osawacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Short walk from Daikakuji bus stop
16 min. walk from JR Saga-Arashiyama Station North Exit
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too much to seeTime of year Mid-November to late NovemberKurodani Konkai Komyoji Temple
The origin of this temple is a hermitage built by Honen Shonin. During the fall foliage season, the tunnel of autumn leaves and the three-story pagoda at the back of the tunnel create an exceptional view.Google Map121 Kurotanicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
10 minutes on foot from the bus stop "Okazaki Michi"
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too much to seeSeason Mid to late NovemberRengeji Temple
[Rengeji Temple] in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City. During the fall foliage season, the pillars of the shoin are likened to a picture frame, and the view of the pond garden is exceptional.Google Map1 Kamitakano Hachimancho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
6 minute walk from Eiden Miyake Hachiman Station
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too much to seeSeason Late November to early DecemberMiyake Hachiman Shrine
Miyake Hachimangu Shrine, known as a guardian deity of children, is a well-known spot for people in the know. The precincts of the shrine are enchanting in autumn colors.Google Map22 Miyakecho, Kamitakano, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
3 minutes on foot from Eizan Electric Railway "Hachiman-mae Station"
Immediately from the bus stop "Hachiman-mae"
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