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Autumn Night Illumination at Eikando

永観堂 ライトアップ（夜間特別拝観）
WhereEikando (Zenrin-ji)Sakyo
TimeFri, Nov 2017:30–21:00
Price¥1,000
BookingNot needed
LanguageJapanese only
Runs Fri, Nov 20 – Sun, Dec 6 · pick a day

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One of Kyoto’s best-known autumn night illuminations: Hojo Pond, Gokuraku Bridge and the Tahoto Pagoda lit among the maples. Night entry 17:30–20:30, ¥1,000 (junior high and up).

Before you go

Eikando Zenrin-ji has been celebrated since ancient times as the autumn foliage capital of Kyoto. Its autumn night illumination is among the city’s most famous seasonal spectacles, casting dramatic light onto the hillside garden, Tahoto Pagoda, and the reflective Hojo Pond.

  • The mirror-like reflection of fiery maples, stone bridges and koi carp across Hojo Pond
  • A temple famous for its maples; the night illumination has its own ticket
Getting there
City bus 5 to Nanzenji Eikandodo, about 3 minutes on foot; Tozai subway line to Keage Station, about 15 minutes on foot.
Booking
No reservation needed; buy tickets on arrival. Night admission: ¥1,000 (junior high and up).
Crowds
Weekend evenings at peak foliage are busiest; weekdays are calmer.
Good for
First-time and returning visitors seeking Kyoto’s definitive night maple view; easily paired with daytime visits to Nanzen-ji or the Philosopher's Path.
Tips
  • Night entry 17:30–20:30, closing at 21:00; ¥1,000 (junior high and up). The daytime exhibition is a separate visit; check the official page before you go
  • There are stone steps and paths; wear comfortable shoes
Time
Last entry 20:30
Price
General ¥1,000 (junior-high and up)
Confirmed by organizerUpdated Oct 15Source ↗ eikando.or.jp
Venue

Eikando (Zenrin-ji)

永観堂（禅林寺）
Same day nearby
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