2019 Japan’s Kinki area red leaf viewing time + location + tickets + transportation

Although Japan’s land area is not very large, its scenic spots are indeed concentrated. In autumn, there are many good places to watch maple leaves. Today we will learn about the Kinki region of Japan. Information on maple leaf viewing locations! Eikando Zenrinji Temple

Eongkando Zenrinji Temple is vast and there are more than 3,000 maple trees in the temple. Each tree has a different posture and color, forming a beautiful picture when they overlap. If you are pressed for time in Kyoto, you can see different types of maple trees here at once, and you can also climb the tallest Taho Pagoda in the temple to have an unobstructed view of the red leaves!

Compared to Japan It is recommended to enjoy the "Night Maple" first at night! Because after the lights are turned on at night, the pond will reflect the red leaves and the small bridge, doubling the beautiful scenery!

Best viewing period: mid-November to November Late season

Opening hours: 9:00～17:00 (ticket sales last at 16:00)

Tickets: approximately HK$291

Transportation:

It takes about 15 minutes to walk from Exit 1 of Keage Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Tozai Line.

From JR "Kyoto" Station, transfer to Kyoto City Bus No. 5 and get off at the "Nanzenji Eikando Road" stop. It takes about 3 minutes to arrive.

Take Kyoto City Bus No. 100 from JR "Kyoto" Station and get off at "Higashitennocho" Station. It takes about 8 minutes to arrive. Tofukuji Temple

Tofukuji Temple's reputation for "red leaves all over the sky" is well-known throughout Japan. How many times can you see the red leaves? The most famous Tongten Bridge in the temple is surrounded by trees, and there is a large maple in front of you. The trees are amazing! In addition to Tsuten Bridge, you can enjoy the maple leaves at Woun Bridge, Tofukuji Honbo Garden, Yanzuki Bridge and other places. However, during the maple leaf season, every photo phase will be crowded with people. If you want to reduce the number of people, the sooner the better!

Best viewing period: mid-November to early December

November opening hours: 8:30_16:30

Transportation:

JR-Nara Line: Get off at "Tofukuji" and walk for about 15 minutes

Keihan Electric Railway - Keihan Main Line: Get off at "Tofukuji" Station and walk for about 15 minutes

Kyoto City Bus: No. 202, 207, 208, get off at "Tofukuji" Station.

Tickets: Tongten Bridge, Kaishan Hall ￥400, Abbot Garden ￥400, Arashiyama Train

Arashiyama_a favorite place for Japanese and tourists alike_to enjoy maple leaves, this area You can walk-in on-site at all attractions/temples, but for the "Arashiyama Train" you need to make an appointment in advance or buy a ticket early! The Arashiyama Train runs slowly along the Hozu River Valley, with a total length of 7.3 kilometers. Along the way, you will pass the clear river of Sagano and the beautiful maple leaves that blend in with nature. It is a first-class experience when you reach __ array!

Best viewing period: mid-to-late November to early December

Transportation: (Departing from Kyoto) From Kyoto Station, take the JR Sagano Line to Mahori and transfer to the small train.

Fee: (one way) Adults 620_/Children 310_ Changjiguang Temple

In addition to taking the train to Arashiyama, another place not to be missed is Changjiguang Temple !Chang Jingguang Temple is built on Xiaocang Mountain. You have to walk a few stone steps to reach the high point. The mountain road is lined with maple trees, and the entire route is surrounded by red leaves. When I went to see the red leaves at their peak, it was so beautiful that I heard a "wow" sound!

Best viewing period: Mid-November to early December

Opening hours: 9:00_16:30

Transportation: (Departing from Kyoto) 15-minute walk from Saga Arashiyama Station on the JR Sagano Line

Ticket: 400__Shamentang

_Shamentang_Famous place for leaf appreciation. The most beautiful time is not when the red leaves are in full bloom, but when the red leaves are scattered all over the ground.

Fallen red leaves cover the stone steps of "Jimon Sando", like a carpet of maple red. There are also many red leaves floating in the pond, making the scene even more autumnal!

Best viewing period: Mid-November to early December

Visiting time: 8:30～17:00

Visiting fee (only the indoor part is charged): 500_

Transportation Method:

Get off at JR/Subway Yamashina Station and walk for about 20 minutes

Get off the Keihan Electric Railway at Keihan Yamashina Station and walk for about 20 minutes

Everyone collect this information, I hope you can like these places. Autumn is coming. If you travel here in November, you can see the beautiful maple leaf landscape!