Kyoto Autumn Foliage Special
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too much 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 Map -
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 Map -
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 Map -
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 Map -
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 Map -
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 Map -
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 Map -
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 Map -
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 Map -
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
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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 Map -
too much to seeSeason 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 Map
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