Tofuku-ji
Garden · Kansai — Kyōto & Nara
Kyoto's largest Zen temple complex hides a maple-choked ravine crossed by the wooden Tsutenkyo bridge, the shot that anchors most magazine spreads on Kyoto in autumn. About 2,000 maples turn through mid-to-late November; expect timed-entry queues.
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Arashiyama
Historic townKyoto's western district pairs a famous bamboo grove with maple-lined temple grounds. Tenryu-ji's garden and the Togetsukyo Bridge over the Katsura River are the classic frames. Color usually peaks mid-to-late November, among Japan's latest.
Don’t miss: Togetsukyo Bridge · Tenryu-ji garden · Bamboo grove
Kiyomizu-dera
GardenThe wooden veranda of this UNESCO temple juts over a hillside of maples above Kyoto, lit for night viewing during peak color in mid-to-late November. The view back from Otowa Falls, framed by the pagoda, is one of Kyoto's signature shots.
Don’t miss: Night illumination · Otowa Falls view · Jishu Shrine grounds
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Frequently asked
- What is Tofuku-ji best for?
- The classic maple-ravine view.
- How do I get to Tofuku-ji?
- The closest city is Kyoto, about 4 km away (it's right in town). It's part of Kansai — Kyōto & Nara's fall lineup.
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