Tofukuji at a glance
Tofukuji lies in southeast Kyoto, close to Fushimi Inari, and pairs well with the shrine in one outing. Its best-known spot is the Tsutenkyo, a bridge that links the Hojo and the Kaisando over a wooded gorge. In autumn the maples below the bridge turn red, and that is when most visitors come.
The temple has two paid areas, the Tsutenkyo and Kaisando, and the Honbo and Hojo garden. Prices rise for the Hojo garden on 1 November 2026, and the autumn season has its own, higher fee.
Fees and hours in 2026
Prices are in yen and can change. Children are elementary and middle school pupils.
| Ticket | Adult | Child | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tsutenkyo and Kaisando | JPY 600 | JPY 300 | Regular season |
| Honbo and Hojo garden | JPY 500 | JPY 300 | Until 31 October 2026 |
| Honbo and Hojo garden | JPY 600 | JPY 300 | From 1 November 2026 |
| Combined ticket | JPY 1,000 | JPY 500 | Regular season |
| Tsutenkyo in the autumn season | JPY 1,000 | JPY 300 to 500 | Autumn season |
The autumn season runs from 14 November to 6 December in the current schedule, and the dates change from year to year. There is no combined ticket in that period. The child fee in the autumn season is listed as JPY 300 in one place and JPY 500 in another, so confirm it at the gate.
From 1 April to 13 November the temple opens at 09:00. During the autumn season the Tsutenkyo opens at 08:30 and the Hojo at 09:00. Last admission is at 16:00, and from 7 December to 31 March it is at 15:30. Holders of a disability certificate and one companion enter free. There are no group discounts and no re-entry. Visits can be suspended during a storm warning.
Fushimi Inari and Kyoto tours
Guided visits that combine the shrine with temples and districts nearby, with live prices and availability.
Which ticket to buy
The temple sells separate tickets for its two paid areas.
The bridge and the Kaisando
This ticket, JPY 600 for adults, takes you to the Tsutenkyo, the main draw in autumn. If you come mainly for the maples, this is the one you need.
The Hojo garden
The garden at the Honbo costs JPY 500 for adults until 31 October 2026 and JPY 600 from 1 November 2026. Children pay JPY 300 for either area.
The combined ticket
It costs JPY 1,000 for adults and JPY 500 for children in the regular season. It is not sold during the autumn season.
Getting to Tofukuji
Three stations serve the temple.
From Fushimi Inari
Take the Keihan line from Fushimi-Inari to Tofukuji. The regular fare is JPY 180 one way, with the table revised on 1 October 2025. The walk from the station to the temple is about 10 minutes. This is the easiest way to link both stops in a single morning.
Getting to Fushimi Inari →From Kyoto Station
The JR Nara Line reaches JR Tofukuji from Kyoto Station in about 3 minutes. The temple is about 10 minutes on foot from there.
From the Toba Kaido side
Keihan Toba-kaido station is also about 10 minutes on foot from the temple.
Autumn leaves, the bridge and photos
What to expect at the busiest time.
When the leaves turn
Kyoto's autumn leaves usually peak from mid-November to early December. That is a typical window, not a forecast. It is also the busiest time at the bridge, so plan an early start.
Best time to visit →The Tsutenkyo bridge
The bridge connects the Hojo and the Kaisando over a wooded gorge. When it gets crowded, photos on the bridge can be limited.
Photo rules
Commercial shoots without permission and tripods are not allowed. Keep to the paths and be patient on busy days.
Combine with the shrine
The shrine is open 24 hours, so you can walk the torii early and reach the temple when it opens at 09:00. If your trip continues to Tokyo, Senso-ji in Asakusa has its own guide.
Day trip from Osaka →
Tofukuji: frequently asked questions
How much does Tofukuji cost?
The Tsutenkyo and Kaisando cost JPY 600 for adults and JPY 300 for children in the regular season. The Hojo garden costs JPY 500 until 31 October 2026 and JPY 600 from 1 November 2026. In the autumn season the Tsutenkyo costs JPY 1,000 for adults.
When is the autumn season?
The current schedule lists 14 November to 6 December. The dates change from year to year, so check before you plan a trip around them.
How far is Tofukuji from Fushimi Inari?
It is a short Keihan ride from Fushimi-Inari, JPY 180 one way, plus about 10 minutes on foot from Tofukuji station.
What time does Tofukuji open?
From 1 April to 13 November it opens at 09:00. In the autumn season the Tsutenkyo opens at 08:30. Last admission is at 16:00, and from 7 December to 31 March at 15:30.
Are there discounts at Tofukuji?
Children, meaning elementary and middle school pupils, pay the lower fee. Holders of a disability certificate and one companion enter free. There are no group discounts, and a ticket does not allow re-entry.
Can I take photos on the Tsutenkyo bridge?
Yes, but the temple can limit photos on the bridge when it is crowded. Tripods and commercial shoots without permission are not allowed.