[2023 Edition] 5 Scenic Spots for Autumn Leaves in Kyoto, Head to Kyoto in Autumn with “Hotel Noum OSAKA” as your base

"Hotel Noum OSAKA" with easy access to Kyoto

From Hotel Noum OSAKA , you can get to Gion Shijo, the center of Kyoto, in about 45 minutes on the Keihan train without changing trains. This is the perfect location for those who want to visit Osaka but also want to visit Kyoto. Why not take a day trip to Kyoto in autumn using Hotel Noum OSAKA as your base?

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• Table of Contents
• 5 Spots with Spectacular Autumn Leaves in Kyoto
• Kifune Shrine, the god that protects Kyoto's water sources
• Tofukuji, a famous spot for autumn leaves in Kyoto
• Kyoto's best walking path "Philosopher's Path"
• Shimogamo Shrine, one of the oldest shrines in Kyoto
• “Kiyomizu-dera” is visited by tourists from all over the world.
• If you want to enjoy both Osaka and Kyoto, we recommend staying at "Hotel Noum OSAKA"!

5 Spots with Spectacular Autumn Leaves in Kyoto

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Introducing autumn leaves spots and surrounding area information. Please refer to it when you visit.

*The best time to see autumn leaves may vary depending on the climate.

Kifune Shrine, the god that protects Kyoto's water sources

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Kifune Shrine is famous as a matchmaking shrine that enshrines the water god. Since the temperature is lower than in the city center, it is a spot where you can enjoy the autumn leaves from early in the year. During the autumn leaves season, special illuminations are held at night. The soft light from the lanterns illuminates the bright red maple leaves.

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◆Best time to see

Early to late November

*Special night illumination from November 3rd to 26th

◆Surrounding area information

There are many gourmet spots such as cafes and soba restaurants that have been renovated from old houses.

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Tofukuji, a famous spot for autumn leaves in Kyoto

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Tofukuji Temple is one of the most popular fall foliage spots in Kyoto. Approximately 2,000 maple trees are planted within the grounds, and when they are at their peak, you can enjoy the view of them turning bright red. Advance reservations are required for early morning viewing, allowing you to relax and enjoy the autumn leaves in the clear air of the temple grounds.

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◆Best time to see

Mid-November to late November

*Autumn early morning viewing is from November 18th to 30th (advance application required)

◆Surrounding area information

About a 10-minute walk to Fushimi Inari Taisha, a popular tourist spot in Kyoto famous for its thousand torii gates.

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Kyoto's best walking path "Philosopher's Path"

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`` Philosopher's Path '' is a 2km walking path that connects Ginkakuji Temple and Nakaoji Shrine. Recommended for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the autumn leaves slowly. You can enjoy a walk while admiring the changing colors of the trees planted along the waterway.

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◆Best time to see

Mid-November to late November

◆Surrounding area information

There are many shrines and temples such as Eikando and Honen-in.

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Shimogamo Shrine, one of the oldest shrines in Kyoto

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Shimogamo Shrine is a popular power spot that offers various benefits such as good luck, warding off evil spirits, safe childbirth, and child rearing. Boasting an area of ​​124,000㎡, you can feel the lush nature within the city. When the autumn leaves are at their peak, look forward to the “carpet of autumn leaves” that will spread all over the ground!

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◆Best time to see

Late November to mid-December

◆Surrounding area information

About a 15-minute walk to the Kyoto Botanical Museum, which has one of the largest viewing greenhouses in Japan, and the Kyoto Imperial Palace, which was once used as the Imperial Palace.

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“Kiyomizu-dera” is visited by tourists from all over the world.

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Kiyomizu-dera is crowded with many worshipers throughout the year. It is known as a famous cherry blossom viewing spot in the spring, but in the fall you can enjoy the colorful scenery of autumn leaves. In particular, the main hall and the autumn leaves are illuminated during special viewing at night, creating a magical atmosphere and creating an exceptional beauty.

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◆Best time to see

Late November to early December

*Special night viewing is from November 18th to 30th.

◆Surrounding area information

Sanneizaka, which leads to Kiyomizu Temple, is a souvenir spot lined with souvenir shops.

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If you want to enjoy both Osaka and Kyoto, we recommend staying at "Hotel Noum OSAKA"!

At Hotel Noum OSAKA , you can store your luggage before check-in and after check-out. It would be a good idea to leave your luggage before check-in and head out to see the autumn leaves in Kyoto! Please enjoy the colors of Kyoto as autumn deepens.

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