The maple leaves along the Arashiyama Electric Railway are gradually turning red—take a stroll to the most beautiful station, the Light of Yuzen Forest.
Last updated 2026-09-25 — With several cold fronts sweeping in, Taiwan’s maple leaves have started turning red one after another, and autumn is becoming more and more vibrant. Kyoto’s popular maple-viewing spot, Arashiyama, is also slowly turning from lush green to crimson. Especially when gazing at the mountain scenery from Togetsukyo Bridge, the layered red hues paint the autumn colors in brilliant splashes—making it even more enjoyable. It’s a must-visit destination for travelers exploring Kyoto in the fall.
Text by MOOK Scenic Spots Travel & Lifestyle Network Editorial Team, compiled and reported
By November, the maple and maple-like trees by Togetsukyo Bridge have quietly donned their layered autumn hues. (Image source / kyotoarashiyama)
The layered reds paint the autumn colors in brilliant splashes. (Image source / kyotoarashiyama)
Visitors arriving at “Arashiyama Station,” the starting point of the Keifuku Electric Railway’s Arashiyama Main Line, will find a station with over a century of history—it’s Kyoto’s oldest ground-level tram station. In July of the 103rd year (2011), after renovation, Arashiyama Station was given a fresh new look. Around the station, 600 pillars standing 2 meters tall with diameters of 20 centimeters and featuring 32 different patterns of Kyoto yuzen dyeing were installed. When lit up at night, these glowing pillars form what is called the “Forest of Yuzen Light.” Shining in dazzling gold, they watch over passersby during the evening hours, adding an extra touch of surprise for visitors who come to Arashiyama not only for the red leaves but also for this enchanting sight.
The Kyoto yuzen pillars welcome visitors one by one. (Image source / guide.travel)
Arashiyama Station is Kyoto’s oldest ground-level tram station, with over a century of history. (Image source / guide.travel)
The yuzen-dyed pillars lining the street create a romantic and enchanting atmosphere. (Image source / guide.travel)
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