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Kyoto Autumn-Leaves Spots — From Tsutenkyo to the Rurikoin Reflection — Kyoto

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Kyoto Autumn-Leaves Spots — From Tsutenkyo to the Rurikoin Reflection

Full day

5 stops · Full day

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The eastern course, Kyoto's autumn-leaves No.1 district. Start at Tofuku-ji's Tsutenkyo maple valley, pass a hidden gem and 'Eikan-do of the maples,' and reach Rurikoin in the late-afternoon light, where maples reflect on a lacquered desk. Peak season (late November) only — brace for crowds.

Full day5 stopsEst. budget 45,000 KRW

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Tofuku-ji Tsutenkyo Bridge東福寺 通天橋

    Autumn leaves · 60 min stay

    The maple valley (Sengyokukan) seen down from Tsutenkyo is Kyoto's signature autumn view. Early morning is the key.

    개문 직후

  2. Transit 25 min
    2

    Shinnyo-do Temple真如堂

    Autumn leaves · 40 min stay

    A relatively quiet hidden spot where a three-story pagoda blends with maples. Good for catching your breath after the crowds.

  3. Walk 8 min
    3

    Eikan-do Temple永観堂

    Autumn leaves · 50 min stay

    A famed spot called 'Eikan-do of the maples.' The red maples reflected on the pagoda and the releasing pond's surface are at their peak.

  4. Walk 6 min
    4

    Nanzen-ji Aqueduct南禅寺 水路閣

    Nanzenji · Autumn leaves · 30 min stay

    The contrast of the brick aqueduct arches and maples. Right next to Eikan-do, so see them together.

  5. Transit 35 min
    5

    Rurikoin Temple瑠璃光院

    Autumn leaves · 50 min stay

    An autumn special opening where maples reflect like a mirror on the study's black lacquered desk. Reservation and queue required, but the visual is worth it.

    늦은 오후 빛

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