Autumn Foliage at Tofuku-ji Tsutenkyo Bridge

Tofuku-ji Tsutenkyo Bridge Autumn is one of Kyoto’s most iconic seasonal landscapes. Each November, the valley beneath the bridge—known as Sengyokukan—transforms into a vivid sea of red and gold maple leaves. From the bridge and nearby paths, visitors can enjoy sweeping views that blend traditional temple architecture with Kyoto’s spectacular fall foliage. This gallery introduces three perspectives of Tofuku-ji Tsutenkyo Bridge Autumn, offering a deeper look at this world-famous location.

Tsutenkyo Bridge Over a Sea of Autumn Maples – Tofuku-ji, Kyoto

This upper-angle perspective highlights the expansive forest of Japanese maple trees that fills the valley below Tsutenkyo Bridge. The temple’s architecture appears gently above the treetops, creating a perfect balance between nature and tradition. This viewpoint is one of the signature scenes of Tofuku-ji during peak autumn.

Tofuku-ji Tsutenkyo Bridge Autumn 

In this mid-level view, Tsutenkyo Bridge appears nestled within layers of maple leaves, showcasing Kyoto’s signature mix of deep reds, amber tones, and soft golden hues. The photo conveys the immersive atmosphere visitors feel when walking through the temple grounds at the height of the fall season.

Autumn Scene from Below Tsutenkyo – A Closer Look at Kyoto’s Maple Valley

Photographed from a slightly lower position, this composition emphasizes the depth of the maple valley and the architectural beauty of the temple roofs behind Tsutenkyo Bridge. The combination of textured foliage and traditional wooden structures creates a distinctly Japanese autumn landscape.

For more photographs of Tofuku-ji, please visit my other related galleries.

• Autumn Colors of Sengyokukan at Tofuku-ji｜The Quiet Beauty of a Hidden Ravine
• South and North Gardens of Tofuku-ji Hojo — Zen Rock Garden and Checkerboard Moss Designed by Mirei Shigemori
• Autumn Foliage from Tofuku-ji’s Tsutenkyo Bridge – Maple Valley Views