Wander through a kaleidoscope of autumn colors at the Kōdai-ji Temple light-up this fall.
What to expect
Kōdai-ji Temple, nestled in Kyoto’s Higashiyama Mountains, is renowned for its seasonal night illuminations. This autumn, from late October to early December, the temple’s garden transforms into a breathtaking display of lights and vibrant autumn leaves. Visitors can stroll through the illuminated grounds from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., soaking in the serene beauty of the landscape.
Kōdai-ji Temple was founded in 1605. Despite surviving multiple fires over the centuries, several of the original buildings remain intact and are now designated as Important Cultural Properties by the Japanese government.
Tickets
The entrance fee is ¥600 for adults.
How to get there
Kōdai-ji is a 5 to 10-minute walk from the Higashiyama Yasui bus stop, which is 15 minutes from Kyoto Station by bus 206.
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Adults:
At the door: ¥600
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Children:
At the door: ¥250
- 0.9 km from Gion-Shijō Station Keihan Main Line (KH39)
- 1.0 km from Higashiyama Station Tōzai Line (T10)
- 1.1 km from Kawaramachi Station Hankyu Kyoto Main Line (HK86)
