Festival & seasonal event in Kyoto
Chisan Momijitsuki: Autumn Leaves Light-up at Chishakuin
A new autumn light-up at Chishakuin, head temple of the Chisan school of Shingon Buddhism. Colored maples are joined by 3,000 bamboo lanterns filling the grounds and a sea of mist clouds, created by the team behind Arashiyama Tsukitoro and Toji Tsukikairo. Last entry 8:40 PM; tickets on sale daily from 5:00 PM on the grounds.
- Dates
- Nov 7 (Sat) – Dec 6 (Sun)
- Hours
- 17:00 – 21:00
- Venue
- Chishakuin Temple
- Nearest station
- Shichijo
- Admission
- General 1,500 yen; age 12 and under free
About this event
Chishakuin, head temple of the Chisan school of Shingon Buddhism, holds an autumn light-up for the first time. The colored maples are joined by 3,000 bamboo lanterns across the grounds and a sea of mist. It is produced by the team behind Arashiyama Tsukitoro and Toji Tsukikairo.
Highlights
- 3,000 bamboo lanterns filling the temple grounds
- A sea of mist clouds under the lit maples
- First-ever autumn light-up at this temple
- Good for
- For night-photo lovers staying near Kyoto Station or Higashiyama.
Good to know before you go
- Tickets are sold daily from 5:00 PM on the grounds.
- Last entry 8:40 PM.
- Children age 12 and under are free.
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FAQ
- What is Chisan Momijitsuki: Autumn Leaves Light-up at Chishakuin?
- Chishakuin, head temple of the Chisan school of Shingon Buddhism, holds an autumn light-up for the first time. The colored maples are joined by 3,000 bamboo lanterns across the grounds and a sea of mist. It is produced by the team behind Arashiyama Tsukitoro and Toji Tsukikairo.
- When is Chisan Momijitsuki: Autumn Leaves Light-up at Chishakuin?
- From Nov 7 (Sat) to Dec 6 (Sun), 2026.
- What are the opening hours?
- 17:00 – 21:00
- How much does it cost?
- General 1,500 yen; age 12 and under free
- Where is it and what is the nearest station?
- Chishakuin Temple. The nearest station is Shichijo.
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