The autumn brocade of Arashiyama.
Arashiyama, a place of poetry for centuries. Here, the autumn leaves adorn the gorge like a rich brocade. Enjoy this seasonal beauty cherished by Heian nobles.
September
As summer's warmth lingers, the Arashiyama gorge is draped in deep green. A tranquil quiet descends, anticipating the coming season of autumn splendor.
October
The mountainside becomes a rich gradient as red and yellow leaves emerge among the green. In the crisp air, a luxurious season of shifting colors begins.
November
Arashiyama transforms into a breathtaking brocade of autumn foliage. The steep slopes are a silken tapestry of fiery red, vivid orange, and deep yellow. At Hoshinoya Kyoto, the grand maple in the "Okunoniwa" garden bathes the landscape in crimson as its colors deepen.
Autumn Highlights
| Period | Fri, Nov 28, 2025 – Sun, Nov 30 |
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| Prices | Complimentary |
| Reservation | Required by 8:00 PM on the previous day. |
| Period | Mon, Sep 1, 2025 – Tue, Sep 9 |
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| Prices | JPY 28,265 per person (excludes tax and 10% service charge) |
| Reservation | Required by 7 days prior |
Awaiting the Moon Banquet
In Arashiyama, famed for moon viewing, enjoy an autumn evening with local sake. On special nights, Gagaku music evokes Heian grace.
| Period | Wed, Oct 1, 2025 – Thu, Oct 30 |
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| Prices | Complimentary |
| Reservation | Not required |
| Period | Sat, Aug 23, 2025 – Mon, Sep 22 |
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| Prices | JPY 3,058 per person (excludes tax and 10% service charge) |
| Reservation | Required by 3days prior |
Arashiyama Gorge: A Moment
Savor wagashi inspired by the Ogura Hyakunin Isshu, depicting Mt. Ogura's autumn foliage. A taste of a landscape beloved for a millennium.
| Period | Year-round |
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| Prices | Complimentary |
| Reservation | Not required |