Autumn in Japan means momiji or autumn leaves viewing. Kyoto is one of the most popular destination in autumn for momiji, and not for nothing the autumn scenery of Kyoto is breathtakingly beautiful and Kyoto’s traditional temples surrounded by the beautiful autumn colored leaves made it look like an autumn wonderland. Aside from the temples, Mt. Takao is one of the most visited destination during the autumn season, a relaxing hike surrounded by the flood of autumn colors rewarded with more views of autumn from the top is definitely worth the hike. Here is a list of the most stunning places to visit in Kyoto in the fall season.

Tofuku-ji Temple

Tofuku-ji Temple whose buildings have been designated as National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties
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Enko-ji Temple

A famous place for the autumn colors with a beautiful contrast between the 200 colorful trees and the moss
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Takao

Mt. Takao, a famous place for the fall colors that change the earliest in Kyoto…there is a walking course to enjoy the autumn foliage
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Katsura Imperial Villa

Katsura Imperial Villa, a Japanese garden at its peak beauty, in harmony with nature throughout the four seasons
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Nanzenji

Kyoto’s best location to see the cherry blossoms and the autumn colors. Enjoy the Cultural Properties of Nanzenji.
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Kiyomizu-dera

Kiyomizu-dera is Kyoto’s most popular tourist attraction
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Eikan-do

A place your soul can feel refreshed, seeing the beautiful autumn leaves and the Mikaeri Amida statue
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Tenryu-ji Temple

A World Heritage site with the spectacular Unryu-zu (image of the cloud dragon) and a garden from 700 years ago
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Arashiyama

Arashiyama is a prominent tourist spot in Kyoto where you can enjoy nature
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