As we enter December, the autumn leaves are finally at their peak at temples and shrines in Kyoto. At Tofukuji Temple (Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City), a famous sightseeing spot, about 2,000 maple trees have turned crimson, yellow, orange, and other colors, and tourists are enjoying a late autumn foliage viewing.
On December 2, 2024, a day of mild weather, tourists lined up in the temple grounds from the morning. They walked slowly across Tsutenkyo Bridge over the valley and enjoyed the autumn leaves spreading out below them.
This year, the leaves were turning later than usual, but the cold weather has brought them to their peak at many temples, shrines, and famous places in Kyoto. An official from Tofukuji Temple said, "The leaves turn this late, maybe once every 10 years," and that they will be able to enjoy them until this weekend.
