Autumn Kyoto Recommended Course│Thorough Introduction of Autumn Leaves Illumination Events, Special Visits, Festivals, Activities, and Experiences!
On this page autumn's Kyoto Recommended course for travel and sightseeing A big feature!
Autumn foliage illumination events, special viewings and public openings, festivals, Activities and Japanese culture experiences unique to autumn in Kyoto We will thoroughly introduce a variety of these.
The popularity of travel and sightseeing will increase the most in the year Enjoy the ancient capital of Kyoto in autumn will do.
table of contents
- 1 Popular Kyoto activities and Japanese culture experiences ranking
- 2 Recommended activities and Japanese cultural experiences in Kyoto in autumn
- 3 The charm of autumn travel and sightseeing in Kyoto
- 4 Autumn leaves spots in Kyoto and the best time to see them
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Autumn special viewing and public viewing in Kyoto
- 5.1 Flower Ceiling Autumn special viewing
- 5.2 Autumn Shin-en is open to the public for free
- 5.3 Toji Treasure Museum Autumn Special Opening
- 5.4 Shokokuji Autumn Special Visit
- 5.5 Daitokuji Sub-temple Korin-in Special Opening
- 5.6 Seiryo-ji Temple Reihokan Autumn special opening
- 5.7 Ginkakuji autumn special opening
- 5.8 Ruriko-in Temple Autumn special admission
- 5.9 Tahoto pagoda Five Great Kokuzo Bodhisattva Statues Revealed
- 5.10 Daitokuji sub-temple Sokenin autumn special opening
- 5.11 Daitokuji Sub-temple Oubai-in Autumn special opening
- 5.12 Hogon-in Autumn Special Visit
- 6 Editorial department recommended feature articles
Popular Kyoto activities and Japanese culture experiences ranking
First of all, based on the latest reservation data from Activity Japan, Kyoto Popular activities and Japanese culture experiences ” will be introduced.
In addition to cultural experiences that allow you to experience the good old history of Japan, you can also enjoy outdoor leisure activities that allow you to fully enjoy the great outdoors. Plans that can be enjoyed by both children and adults are ranked doing.
Tour contents and fees (prices), Check out the reviews and testimonials Please use it for comparison examination of plan selection.
- 5.0
- (20 reviews / experiences)
***********************Information regarding reservations for Saturdays and Sundays in October and November***********************During the above period, the experience may be canceled at short notice due to circumstances of the swordsmith.If the experience is canceled, you will receive a full refund and will not be able to reschedule to another date.
- 5.0
- (14 reviews and experiences)
Why not make your own chopsticks in a nostalgic space? Perfect as a keepsake for your trip to Kyoto, a girls' night out, or a gift for someone special... You can take home the products you create on the same day.
- 5.0
- (4 reviews / experiences)
Higashiyama Archery Training Center is an indoor archery practice center, a half-archery dojo, and a dojo for experiencing samurai. It uses a quarter-bow, which is about two-thirds the size of the large bow used in Kyudo, and is an archery technique that focuses on accuracy of hitting the target, based on the basic principle that "the target is the enemy." The archery experience at our dojo is open to a wide range of people, from children to the elderly, regardless of age or nationality. It is also recommended for school trips, and we hope that many students will enjoy it.
- 4.2
- (23 reviews / experiences)
At the Japanese culture experience Ann an Kyoto located in Kyoto Karasuma Gojo, anyone can enjoy Japanese culture. Why not take your first step into Japanese culture at Ian an Kyoto? We are waiting for you with many fun + learning experience programs. Nerikiri is one of the top fresh confections. Using colorful bean paste, shape seasonal flowers and fruits.
- 5.0
- (7 reviews / experiences)
***********************Information regarding reservations for Saturdays and Sundays in October and November***********************During the above period, the experience may be canceled at short notice due to circumstances of the swordsmith.If the experience is canceled, you will receive a full refund and will not be able to reschedule to another date.
- 4.1
- (50 reviews and experiences)
At the Japanese culture experience Ann an Kyoto located in Kyoto Karasuma Gojo, anyone can enjoy Japanese culture. Why not take your first step into Japanese culture at Ian an Kyoto? We are waiting for you with many fun + learning experience programs. In the Japanese sweets making experience, each person will make two Japanese sweets that match the season. Old man in Kyoto
- 4.9
- (7 reviews / experiences)
・A simple plan to create a ring from one coin ・Mass... A treasure hunt where you can choose from about 10,000 types of coins! ・Create a ring with a coin from the year you were born or an anniversary year (if in stock) ・Sizes can be made from -6 to 36. ・You will do all the work yourself. ・If there are 4 or more people participating, please call us and we will assist you. ・
- 4.9
- (48 reviews and testimonials)
Experience a dynamic flight from Parapark Kyoto (altitude difference 470m) with a professional instructor. You can take a leisurely walk in the air by leaving all the maneuvers to the instructor behind you. * It may be changed to Yagi tandem (West Kyoto paraglider practice field 200m or 130m) depending on the weather conditions. ※Man
- 4.8
- (62 reviews and experiences)
We will make a key chain using Kyoto twisted tassels. Braid "Kumihimo" like "Your Name". Choose up to 2 colors of thread by yourself and make a set of four. Tie a knot and attach it to the tassel to make a key holder. Kanae-musubi is a type of knotting method that has been used for a long time in the field of Kyoto Kumihimo as a way to make wishes come true. Twisted bunch
From the start to the finish, you board a rubber boat through a natural canyon, and it's a course full of thrills and excitement as you overcome it with teamwork. In addition to going down the rapids in a rubber boat, in gentler areas you can also jump off a rock about 3 meters high and swim in the river, which has received many reviews and positive feedback.
Recommended activities and Japanese cultural experiences in Kyoto in autumn
" autumn's Kyoto What kind of games are popular? "or" How to fully enjoy autumn in Kyoto? I think there are many people who are researching information such as.
From here, based on Activity Japan reservation data " Autumn Kyoto activity/leisure/experience/play popularity ranking ” will be introduced.
Autumn Kyoto activity/leisure/experience/play popularity ranking
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Making sweets and Japanese sweets |
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2nd place
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Ceramic art experience / ceramic art class |
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3rd place
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Braid experience / braid classroom |
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4th place
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Maiko experience |
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5th place
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Tea ceremony experience / tea ceremony class |
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6th place
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Paraglider |
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7th place
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Kimono rental |
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8th place
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Aroma experience, perfumer, incense making |
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9th place
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Soba making experience / soba making class |
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10th place
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Glasswork / glass studio |
Japanese culture experience leisure is popular!
In autumn Kyoto, inherited from the good old days A variety of Japanese cultural experience leisure activities are highly popular I am proud of.
Among them " Japanese sweets making experience "or" Pottery experience / pottery class ” and other experiences that everyone from children to adults can enjoy are gaining popularity.
Also," Braid experience / braid classroom "or" Maiko experience ” is also a popular event unique to Kyoto.
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Renting a kimono that looks great on social media!
Not only in autumn, but throughout the year, it has become a staple of Kyoto travel and sightseeing. Kimono rental (Yukata in summer) ".
Especially in autumn when the leaves change color, Make your photos and videos of your Kyoto strolls even more photogenic A great chance to leave.
Couple dates, girls trips, family trips, etc. This is the season when more and more people rent kimonos for various occasions.
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The charm of autumn travel and sightseeing in Kyoto
A town that conveys the history of Japan that has been spun from ancient times to the present day Kyoto ".
You can enjoy the scenery of good old Japan such as many historical buildings such as Kiyomizu-dera and Kinkaku-ji (Rokuon-ji), the streets of Gion and the scenery along the Kamogawa River. Japan's representative tourist destination is.
Autumn in pleasant weather A beautiful contrast between the autumn leaves and the traditional Japanese atmosphere of the town. It's the season to enjoy.
Including historical buildings such as temples, shrines, and Buddhist temples. Many popular tourist spots are famous for their autumn leaves It will be transformed into.
In addition, the Jidai Matsuri, one of Kyoto's three major festivals, will be held in various locations. Abundant events such as autumn festivals, special visits, and general public This is one of the charms of autumn in Kyoto.
Strolling, gourmet food, experiencing Japanese culture, activities, etc... Experiences unique to autumn in Kyoto Please enjoy going out such as traveling and dating through ".
Recommended articles for autumn trips and sightseeing in Kyoto
Autumn leaves spots in Kyoto and the best time to see them
Kyoto for" A famous spot for viewing autumn leaves There are many spots famous for being "famous."
Until the leaves of Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) and ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) fall Approximately one month You can enjoy the spectacular view of the leaves turning red.
Although it varies depending on the area such as altitude, The best time to see the flowers is usually from early November to early December. to.
During the period, there will be events such as illumination of autumn leaves. A synonymous presence in autumn tourism in Kyoto It is as follows.
Popular spots for viewing autumn leaves in Kyoto
| spot | Estimated best time to see |
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| Arashiyama (Togetsukyo Bridge) | Late November to early December |
| Sagano Truck | Mid-November to early December |
| Tenryu temple | Mid-November to early December |
| Daikakuji Temple | Mid-November to early December |
| Kiyomizu Temple | Late November to early December |
| Nanzenji Temple | Mid-November to early December |
| Tofukuji Temple | Mid-November to early December |
| Eikando | Mid-November to late November |
| Toji | Late November to early December |
| Ninnaji Temple | Mid-November to late November |
For the latest information, please check the official website of each spot and the Kyoto autumn leaves information site.
Autumn special viewing and public viewing in Kyoto
There are temples and shrines registered as World Heritage Sites, as well as gardens and museums. Kyoto is dotted with many historical and cultural heritage sites doing.
Special viewing and public opening This is an event where you can enter facilities that are normally off-limits and see the hidden Buddha statues and crafts on display.
In the autumn, which coincides with the autumn leaves season, there are also nighttime illumination events. It is especially popular because you can enjoy a view that cannot be seen in other seasons.
Below is the autumn foliage season. Special viewing and public opening information for autumn 2025 will be carefully selected and introduced.
Flower Ceiling Autumn special viewing
| place | period | time | price |
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| Hiraoka Hachimangu |
Friday, September 12, 2025 – Sunday, November 30, 2025 *Closed on October 5th, 12th, and 13th due to the annual festival. |
10:00-16:00 (last entry 15:30) |
Admission fee: 800 yen (free for elementary school students and younger) *Includes a talk by the chief priest and a cup of Daifuku tea |
Autumn Shin-en is open to the public for free
| place | period | time | price |
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| Heian Shrine | Friday, September 19, 2025 | 8:30-16:30 (end of reception) | free |
Toji Treasure Museum Autumn Special Opening
| place | period | time | price |
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| Toji | Saturday, September 20, 2025 – Tuesday, November 25, 2025 | 9:00-17:00 (Reception closes at 16:30) | Adults: 600 yen (Treasure Museum only) |
Shokokuji Autumn Special Visit
| place | period | time | price |
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| Shokokuji Temple |
Thursday, September 25, 2025 – Sunday, December 14, 2025 *Opening hours are closed from October 18th to 21st |
10:00-16:00 (gates close at 16:30) | Adults: 1,000 yen; Elementary, junior high and high school students: 500 yen; Free for physically disabled people and up to one caregiver |
Daitokuji Sub-temple Korin-in Special Opening
| place | period | time | price |
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| Korin-in Temple | September 6th (Saturday) - September 21st (Sunday), September 27th (Saturday) - December 15th (Monday), 2025 |
10:00-16:30 (reception closes) *Registration closes at 4:00 PM on December 1st (Monday) |
Adults: 800 yen, Junior and Senior High School Students: 400 yen, Elementary School Students: 300 yen (accompanied by a guardian) |
Seiryo-ji Temple Reihokan Autumn special opening
| place | period | time | price |
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| Seiryoji Temple | October 1st (Wednesday) - November 30th (Sunday), 2025 | 9:00-16:30 (scheduled) | Main Hall and Treasure Museum combined ticket: 900 yen |
Ginkakuji autumn special opening
| place | period | time | price |
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| Ginkakuji Temple | October 1st (Wednesday) - December 7th (Sunday), 2025 |
10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30 Duration: Approximately 30 minutes, 20 people per session (on a first-come, first-served basis) |
General admission fee: 500 yen for adults, 300 yen for elementary and junior high school students. Special admission fee: 2,000 yen *Includes a special commemorative gift. |
Ruriko-in Temple Autumn special admission
| place | period | time | price |
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| Rurikoin | October 1, 2025 (Wednesday) - December 14, 2025 (Sunday) | 10:00-17:00 (last entry 16:30) | Adults: 2,000 yen (1,000 yen for junior high school students and above with student ID) |
Tahoto pagoda Five Great Kokuzo Bodhisattva Statues Revealed
| place | period | time | price |
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| Jingoji Temple | October 11th (Sat) - 13th (Monday/Holiday), 2025 | 10:00-15:00 | 500 yen (regular admission fee of 1,000 yen is required separately) |
Daitokuji sub-temple Sokenin autumn special opening
| place | period | time | price |
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| Sokenin | October 11th (Sat) - November 30th (Sun), 2025 | 10:00-16:00 reception end | Adults 800 yen Junior high and high school students 400 yen Elementary school students and younger free (accompanied by a guardian) |
Daitokuji Sub-temple Oubai-in Autumn special opening
| place | period | time | price |
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| Oubai-in Temple | October 3, 2025 (Friday) – December 7, 2025 (Sunday) | 10:00-15:45 (reception closes) | Adults: 1,000 yen, Junior and Senior High School Students: 500 yen, Elementary school students and younger: Free (accompanied by a parent or guardian) |
Hogon-in Autumn Special Visit
| place | period | time | price |
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| Hogon-in | October 4th (Sat) - December 14th (Sun), 2025 | 9:00-17:00 (last entry: 16:45) |
Garden: 700 yen A separate worship fee (500 yen) is required for the main hall (sliding door paintings). Kogenji Temple Discount Combined Ticket: 1,000 yen |
For the latest information, please check the official website of each spot and the Kyoto special admission/public information site.
*The content of this article is current as of September 2025.
