Kyoto is finally in the final stages of hunting for autumn leaves, but why don’t you visit the “special night visit” for a limited time and light up?
There may be a new encounter with the mysterious atmosphere and silence that is different from the daytime.
This time, I will tell you about the famous spots for autumn leaves near the hidden spots.
Toji
The appearance of the five-storied pagoda, which can be said to be the symbol of Kyoto, reflected in the gourd pond is gaining popularity. It will be very crowded from the opening of the gate to around 20:00, but it will be empty around 21:00 near the end of the reception, so I want to take a lot of pictures! Those who say that late admission seems to be good.
In the illumination, you can see not only the autumn leaves, but also the first floor of the five-storied pagoda, which is a national treasure, and the auditorium with a three-dimensional mandala.
Period:
October 31st-December 13th, 2020
5: 15 pm – 9: 30 pm (reception closes at 9:00 pm)
* Day and night replacement system
Price:
Adults 1,000 yen / Junior high school students and younger 500 yen (including special night admission fee for the main hall and auditorium)
Access:
About a 15-minute walk from the Hachijo exit of JR “Kyoto Station”
Zuishinin
The temple where Ono no Komachi, a poet of the Heian period, who was praised as a beautiful woman, spent his last years is a hidden spot for hunting autumn leaves. Although it is a little far from the city, there is a garden in front of “Noh no Ma” that makes the most of the natural landscape, and you can enjoy the fantastic scenery when illuminated.
Period:
From November 20th to November 29th, 2020
6: 00 pm- 8: 30 pm (reception closed)
Price:
Adults 700 yen / Junior high school students 400 yen
Access:
About a 5-minute walk from Ono Station on the Tozai Subway Line
Daigoji Temple
It is famous for cherry blossoms in spring, but you can also enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the autumn leaves.
When you go through the Niomon gate and go along the approach, you will be greeted by a tunnel of autumn leaves, and at the “Rinsen” around the pond where Kannon-do is built, it is the most beautiful spot for autumn leaves in Shimo Daigo. The combination of vermilion “Bentendo” and autumn leaves is a must-see.
Period:
November 13th-December 6th, 2020
6: 00 pm – 8: 50 pm (Last visit reception 8:10 pm)
Price:
1,000 yen * Free for elementary school students and younger
Access:
10 minutes walk from Daigo Station on the Tozai Subway Line
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