Koyomi Japan / Kyoto
Events in Kyoto
27 seasonal events and viewing spots in Kyoto and the temples and hills around it. Dates and viewing windows are re-checked against official sources.
Cherry blossoms near Kyoto
Autumn leaves near Kyoto
- Sun, Oct 25 – Sat, Dec 5, 2026Nara Park Autumn LeavesAutumn leaves
- Thu, Nov 5 – Wed, Nov 25, 2026Sanzenin Temple Autumn LeavesAutumn leaves8:45 AM¥700
Tue, Nov 10 – Sat, Nov 28, 2026Kifune Shrine Autumn LeavesAutumn leaves6:00 AMFree- Tue, Nov 10 – Sat, Dec 5, 2026Katsuo-ji Temple Autumn LeavesAutumn leaves8:00 AM
Sat, Nov 14 – Sun, Dec 6, 2026Tofuku-ji Temple Autumn LeavesAutumn leaves8:30 AM¥1,000,
Sun, Nov 15 – Tue, Dec 8, 2026To-ji Temple Autumn LeavesAutumn leaves8:00 AM¥800
Sun, Nov 15 – Mon, Nov 30, 2026Kodai-ji Temple Autumn LeavesAutumn leaves- Sun, Nov 15 – Sat, Dec 5, 2026Nanzenji Temple Autumn LeavesAutumn leaves8:40 AMFree / ¥600
Sun, Nov 15 – Mon, Nov 30, 2026Eikando Temple Autumn LeavesAutumn leaves9:00 AM¥1,000- Sun, Nov 15 – Tue, Dec 8, 2026Kitano Tenmangu Shrine Autumn Leaves (Odoi Momiji-en)Autumn leaves7:00 AMFree / ¥1,500
Sun, Nov 15 – Sat, Dec 5, 2026Arashiyama Autumn LeavesAutumn leaves- Sun, Nov 15 – Sat, Dec 5, 2026Tenryu-ji Temple Autumn LeavesAutumn leaves8:30 AMFree
- Sun, Nov 15 – Sat, Dec 5, 2026Rurikoin Temple Autumn LeavesAutumn leaves10:00 AM¥2,000
- Sun, Nov 15 – Sat, Dec 5, 2026Minoo Park Autumn Leaves (Minoo Falls)Autumn leaves
Sat, Nov 21 – Mon, Nov 30, 2026Kiyomizu-dera Temple Autumn LeavesAutumn leaves6:00 AM
Winter illuminations near Kyoto
Fireworks festivals near Kyoto
Traditional festivals near Kyoto
New Year near Kyoto
Visiting Kyoto: common questions
- What seasonal events are there near Kyoto?
- This page lists 4 fireworks displays, 15 autumn leaf spots, 1 winter illumination, 3 cherry blossom spots, 2 New Year events and 2 traditional festivals in Kyoto and the temples and hills around it — 27 in total. Everything here is within about 40 km of central Kyoto, so it is reachable as a day trip from a base in the city.
- Which month is best for a trip to Kyoto?
- Counting what is listed here over the next twelve months, November 2026 (16), December 2026 (12) and October 2026 (4) have the most on. That reflects this site's coverage — seasonal events and viewing spots — rather than every event happening in the city.
- When is cherry blossom season in Kyoto?
- The 3 cherry blossom spots listed around Kyoto typically start between Mar 25 and Apr 11, with the last running until about Apr 17. Exact dates are on each spot's page and move with the weather.
- When do the autumn leaves peak near Kyoto?
- The 15 autumn leaf spots listed around Kyoto typically start between Oct 25 and Nov 20, with the last running until about Dec 8. Exact dates are on each spot's page and move with the weather.
- When are the winter illuminations on in Kyoto?
- The 1 winter illumination listed around Kyoto typically start between Feb 8 and Feb 8, with the last running until about Feb 14. Exact dates are on each spot's page and move with the weather.
- What traditional festivals are held near Kyoto?
- The 2 traditional festivals listed around Kyoto typically start between Oct 22 and Oct 22, with the last running until about Oct 22. Exact dates are on each spot's page and move with the weather.
- Where do people go for New Year in Kyoto?
- The 2 New Year events listed around Kyoto typically start between Dec 31 and Dec 31, with the last running until about Jan 5. Exact dates are on each spot's page and move with the weather.