Kiyomizu-dera

✨Transportation Location: Kiyomizu-dera Transportation: From Kyoto Station → take bus 206/100 → get off at "Gojozaka" and walk 10 minutes; or simply take a taxi for less effort, especially since wearing boots or kimono can be tiring for women! ✨Best Viewing Period (Autumn Leaves Peak): 📅 Mid to late November — early December This visit was at the end of November, and some leaves were still green. This year, you can come a bit later. ✨Must-Visit Kiyomizu-dera Autumn Leaves Spots 1: Kiyomizu Stage (Main Hall) Standing on the stage looking down, a sea of red leaves spreads out before you. This is the legendary "Kyoto's strongest autumn view window." 📸 Especially magical when photographed at sunset with backlight. 2: Oku-no-in This is the classic spot to capture the full view of the Kiyomizu Stage! The autumn leaves frame the entire building like a postcard. 3: Shops along the approach (Kiyomizuzaka) You’ll get tired from walking, but it’s really worth it! Must-eats: Matcha ice cream, Kyoto pudding Wearing a kimono here for photos adds a great atmospheric touch. ✨Kiyomizu-dera Autumn Leaves Night Illumination (Highly Recommended‼️) Kiyomizu-dera offers a special autumn night illumination where lights shine on the autumn leaves and stage, making the whole forest look like it’s on fire. ⏰ Time: 18:00—21:00 (dates vary slightly each year) 📸 The night view is stunning; it’s recommended to use your phone’s night mode + keep your hand steady. ✨Outfit Suggestions 📌 Colors: Khaki, white, milk tea tones, which look very gentle against the autumn leaves 📌 Shoes: Not recommended to wear heels all the time! Kiyomizuzaka is a long and steep slope 📌 Outerwear: Kyoto nights are windy, so bring a wool coat 📌 Kimono: If you want to wear a kimono, no need to book in advance; there are many kimono shops along the way.