Yanagidani Kannon Yokokuji Momiji (Autumn Leaves) Week 2026

Dates & time: November 14, 2026 (Sat) - December 6, 2026 (Sun) 9:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Kamishoin hall: 9:00–15:00
Price & booking: ¥1,000 temple entry / ¥2,000 including the Kamishoin (free for high school students and younger) No reservation is needed for regular visits. The early-morning Hikari no Ma and evening Yoi no Ma viewings require booking through the form on the Momiji Week page.
Venue & access: Yanagidani Kannon Yokokuji Temple (Nagaokakyo) 10–15 minutes by taxi from Hankyu Nagaoka-Tenjin Station or JR Nagaokakyo Station. By car, about 10 minutes from Nagaokakyo IC on the Kyoto-Jukan Expressway.

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Why You Should Visit

Yokokuji, the Nagaokakyo temple known as Yanagidani Kannon, revered for its Kannon of the eyes and credited as the birthplace of hanachozu (flower-filled water basins), holds its Momiji Week during the autumn foliage season. The grounds in the Nishiyama hills turn red and gold, and maple leaves float in the water basins. During the week the Kamishoin hall opens for its autumn special viewing, letting you look out over the maple garden from the tatami rooms. Small-group, reservation-only viewings are also offered early in the morning before opening and on the evenings of 5 and 6 December. The temple is a fair way from any station, so allow about half a day including travel. A good choice if you want autumn leaves at a quieter mountain temple.

NOTE

Early-morning special viewing: Hikari no Ma

8:00–9:00, offering ¥12,000 per person (temple entry included), up to 9 people
Includes a guided tour and a souvenir

Evening special viewing: Yoi no Ma

5 and 6 December only, two sessions: 17:00–18:30 / 18:40–20:00
¥10,000 per person, 10 people per session
Includes a special goshuin stamp, tea and sweets, and music and storytelling

Temple items

Limited maple goshuin stamps and embroidered stamp books, some available from 1 November

Pets

Allowed during Momiji Week only, ¥500 per animal (manner belt required)

Parking and transport

The event page lists no dedicated parking; for visitors without a car, it points to MK Taxi's Nishiyama package

※Details are subject to change

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FAQ

How much does it cost?

Temple entry is ¥1,000, or ¥2,000 including the Kamishoin. High school students and younger are free.

Until what time can I see the Kamishoin?

The Kamishoin is open 9:00–15:00. The temple gates close at 17:00, with last entry at 16:30.

Can I bring my pet?

During Momiji Week pets are allowed for ¥500 per animal. A manner belt is required.

Can I walk from the station?

Walking is not practical; it is 10–15 minutes by taxi from Hankyu Nagaoka-Tenjin Station or JR Nagaokakyo Station.