Autumn leaves are the best way to see Kyoto in autumn.
Famous autumn leaves spots are introduced in each area,
“I want to go around all the popular spots that are famous for both commercials and SNS in one area!”
For such people, we recommend taking a walk in the Keage-Okazaki area.
This time, we will introduce popular spots in the Keage-Okazaki area.
Nanzenji Temple Tenju-an
Tenju-an, the branch of Nanzenji Temple, is a popular spot that many tourists gather during the autumn leaves season. There are two gardens, a dry landscape garden and a pond spring strolling garden, and the contrast between the red-dyed autumn leaves and the paving stones and moss is so beautiful that you can’t help but stop. It was lit up every year, but please note that it has been canceled this year.
Street address:
86-8 Nanzenji Fukuchi-Cho, Sakyo-Ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 606-8435
Time:
9: 00 am – 4: 30pm
Admission fee:
500 yen
Access:
About 10 minutes on foot from “Keage Station” on the Tozai Subway Line
Eikando Temple
It is a famous spot for autumn leaves known as “Autumn is the Eikan-do of autumn leaves”.
Approximately 3,000 autumn leaves decorate the garden in the precincts, and the bridge and autumn leave reflected in the pond in the center is especially beautiful.
Many people upload photos on SNS, but the scenery they actually see is more beautiful than expected. Especially in the latter half of November, many people visit, so viewing may be restricted depending on the congestion situation. Advance preparation is required in anticipation of waiting outdoors.
Street address:
48 Eikando-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 606-8445
Worship time:
9: 00 am – 5: 00 pm (reception closes 4:00 pm)
Admission fee:
1,000 yen (Older than 12-year-old)
Access:
From JR Kyoto Station, take the city bus 5 and get off at “Nanzenji Eikando Road”, then walk for 3 minutes.
Get off at “Keage” on the Tozai Subway Line and walk for 15 minutes
Philosophy Road
It is a small diameter along the hydrophobic side that is popular even in the cherry blossom season. It is a spot where you can take a pleasant walk with the arches of autumn leaves lined up about 1.5 km from Wakaoji Shrine to Ginkakuji. It will not be lit up, so it is recommended that you visit while it is bright.
Street address:
Jodoji Ishibashi-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto-Nyakuoji-cho
Admission fee:
None
Access:
Immediately after getting off at “Ginkakuji-mae” bound for Kiyomizu-dera, Gion, and Ginkakuji on city bus line 100
Shinsho-do
Although it is not as major as other temples, it has a calm atmosphere and is popular as “Kyoto-like!” The scenery of the three-storied pagoda and the autumn leaves in the precincts is very photogenic and you can enjoy the atmosphere of Kyoto. The best time to see it is from this week to the end of the month, but in December you can see the carpet of autumn leaves with scattered leaves.
Street address:
82 Jodoji Shinnyocho, Sakyo-Ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 606-8414
Time:
9: 00 am – 4: 00pm (reception closes 3:45 pm)
Admission fee:
Free in the main hall and precincts
Treasure / Garden 500 yen
Access:
About 8 minutes on foot from the city bus “Shinnyodomae” / “Kinrin Shako Mae”
Kuroya Kinkai Komyoji
Konkai-Komyoji Temple, which is popular for its “Afro Buddha statues,” is loved as a little-known spot for cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn. The specially opened gardens are the dry landscape garden “Shiun no Niwa” with white sand and cedar moss, and a strolling garden where bright autumn leaves and a pond are in perfect harmony. There is also a valuable temple treasure exhibition, so it’s a good idea to make a reservation in advance when you go.
Street address:
121 Kurodani-Cho, Sakyo-Ku, Kyoto 606-8331
Worship time:
9: 00 am – 4: 00 pm (reception closes 3:45 pm)
Admission fee:
Free in the precincts
Mikagedo / Kaisando / Shiun Garden 800 yen (November 4th to December 8th only)
Access:
・ 5 minutes walk from Kyoto Station on city bus No. 5 “Higashi Tennocho”
・ 19 minutes walk from “Keage Station” on the Tozai Subway Line
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