Kyoto's Top Autumn Foliage Spots for 2025
Source:
@tep_trip.eat.play
11 places on the map
Explore the map in the DocentPro app11 attractions in Kyoto: Nanzen-ji Temple, Kinkaku-ji, Tenryu-ji, and 8 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in an Instagram post by 트이프 | 여행 크리에이터.
Nanzen-ji Temple
Place of worship
4.5
• One of Japan's three major gates • Enjoy scenery like a framed picture • Features beautiful autumn foliage
Kinkaku-ji
Place of worship
4.5
• Famous for its golden building and autumn foliage • Representative spot in Kyoto • Beautiful entrance road lined with maple trees
Tenryu-ji
Place of worship
4.4
• World Heritage Site in Arashiyama • Beautiful garden and views of Chikurin (bamboo grove) • Combines autumn leaves with the bamboo forest
Jōjakkōji Temple
Place of worship
4.6
• Known for its dense maple trees creating a red sky • Creator's favorite autumn spot in Kyoto • Recommended for the Arashiyama course
Enkōji Temple
Place of worship
4.4
• Enjoy the garden's autumn foliage from tatami mats • Offers a quiet and tranquil atmosphere • Known for its peaceful setting
Higashiyama Jisho-ji
Place of worship
4.5
• Modest and tranquil autumn scenery • Unique sand garden, Ginsa-dan • Offers a calm autumn experience
Kiyomizu-dera
Place of worship
4.5
• Kyoto's representative temple with stunning red maple leaves • Main hall stage offers spectacular views • Popular even without night light-ups due to crowds
Nisonin Temple
Place of worship
4.4
• Famous Buddhist temple with a maple tunnel entrance • Quieter and more relaxed than other spots • Good for a leisurely stroll
Eikando Zenrinji
Place of worship
4.6
• Known for over 3,000 maple trees • Beautiful reflection of maple trees on the water • Offers spectacular autumn scenery
Arashiyama Yusai-Tei Gallery
Landmark
4.4
• Beautiful spot in Arashiyama during autumn ✓ Advance reservations are essential; walk-ins may be denied
Nanzenji Tenju-an
Place of worship
4.5
• Part of Nanzen-ji Temple complex • Offers framed views of autumn leaves • Scenic spot for seasonal viewing
Save these 11 places to your map
Keep every place on your own map in DocentPro, and add more as you browse.
More featured places in Kyoto
Kyoto's Autumn Beauty: Famous Landmarks And Foliage
Hokan-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, Fushimi Inari Taisha
Kyoto's Autumn Beauty: Temples, Shrines, and Bridges
Kiyomizu-dera, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Togetsukyo Bridge
Rurikō-in Temple: Kyoto's Mirror Lake Autumn Escape
Rurikō-in Temple
Kyoto's Autumn Foliage at Temples and Rivers
Kiyomizu-dera, Nanzenji Tenju-an, Arashiyama
Kyoto's Top Nine Autumn Foliage Viewing Spots
Kiyomizu-dera, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Eikando Zenrinji