Kifune Shrine Autumn Leaves Illumination
- Dates
- Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 24 (Tue)
- Hours
- Lit from sunset until 8:30 PM
- Price
- Free
- Where
- Kifune Shrine, main approach to the Main Shrine (Kibuneguchi)
Free to see
Good to know
The autumn leaves along the main approach to Kifune Shrine's Main Shrine are lit up from sunset. Admission is free; the amulet office is open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
- Dates
- Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 24 (Tue)
- Hours
- Lit from sunset until 8:30 PM
- Venue
- Kifune Shrine, main approach to the Main Shrine
- Nearest station
- Kibuneguchi
- Admission
- Free
About this event
In the mountains north of Kyoto, the autumn leaves along the main approach to Kifune Shrine's Main Shrine are lit up from sunset until 20:30, from November 7 to 24. Viewing is free, and the amulet office stays open from 9:00 to 20:00.
Highlights
- Free to see
- Lantern-lined approach in the hills north of Kyoto
- Lit from sunset to 20:30
- Good for
- Anyone wanting autumn leaves at night outside the city center.
Good to know before you go
- Lighting starts at sunset
- Kibuneguchi Station is a bus ride or walk from the shrine
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FAQ
- What is Kifune Shrine Autumn Leaves Illumination?
- In the mountains north of Kyoto, the autumn leaves along the main approach to Kifune Shrine's Main Shrine are lit up from sunset until 20:30, from November 7 to 24. Viewing is free, and the amulet office stays open from 9:00 to 20:00.
- When is Kifune Shrine Autumn Leaves Illumination?
- From Nov 7 (Sat) to Nov 24 (Tue), 2026.
- What are the opening hours?
- Lit from sunset until 8:30 PM
- How much does it cost?
- Free
- Where is it and what is the nearest station?
- Kifune Shrine, main approach to the Main Shrine. The nearest station is Kibuneguchi.
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