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SUMMARY:Kyoto in Autumn: Fall Landscapes and Cultural Treasures of Japan 2026
DESCRIPTION:Bamboo garden\, Kyoto\, Japan\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				The sound of water abounds in the beautiful temple gardens of Kyoto. The rigorous symmetry of the cascade of this small waterfall is softened by an overhanging maple. Kyoto\, Japan\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Offering gates\, Fushimi Inari Shrine\, Kyoto\, Japan\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Kinkaku-ji Gardens\, Kyoto\, Japan\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Torii gates\, Fushimi Inari Shrine\, Kyoto\, Honshu\, Japan\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Kyoto’s Temple District is one of the most photogenic urban areas in the world. The Japanese sense of simple and elegant design utilizing natural textures is routinely integrated within this revered district of Buddhist temples and ancient gardens. Here an entrance door becomes a study of textures and form.\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Photographer photographs fall colors\, Kyoto\, Honshu\, Japan\n				\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Maple trees\, Yakushima\, Japan\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Fall landscape\, Japan\n				\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Sunlight illuminates maple leaves\, Japan\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Yakushima\, Japan\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Yakushima\, Japan\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Japan\, Kyoto Prefecture\, Kyoto\, Fushimi Inari Taisha\, lanterns in Shinto shrine\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Japan\, Kyoto Prefecture\, Fushimi Inari Taisha\, priests / priestesses at Shinto shrine\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Japan\, Kyoto\, Setsubun Festival\, special rituals to cleanse away all the evil of the former year and drive away disease-bringing evil spirits for the year to come \, stone statues of disciples of Buddha or rakan\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Kyoto\, Japan\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Giant bamboo\, Kyoto\, Japan\n				\n		\n\nExperience the magic of Japan’s fall season through the masterful eye of Art Wolfe. This exclusive 11-day photographic journey blends Japan’s most exquisite cultural treasures with its breathtaking autumn landscapes\, offering rare access to serene temples\, remote valleys\, and centuries-old traditions\, all at the height of the vibrant fall foliage. \nAs fiery maples and golden ginkgo leaves transform the country into a living canvas\, you’ll capture scenes steeped in history and harmony: misty gardens\, ancient shrines\, serene bamboo forests\, and mountain villages seemingly untouched by time. Stay in hand-selected accommodations that blend modern comfort with traditional charm\, savor exquisite cuisine\, and travel in comfort with a small group of fellow enthusiasts. \nWhether you’re photographing monks in meditation\, reflections in tranquil ponds\, or the ethereal light filtering through Kyoto’s temples\, this journey is designed to ignite your creativity and deepen your connection to Japan’s aesthetic spirit. \n\n\n\nJourney Highlights\n\n\nKyoto’s Autumn Brilliance – Wander through ancient temples\, serene gardens\, and the ethereal Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. \n\n\nNara’s Living History – Photograph sacred deer roaming freely beneath crimson maples and the vermilion lanterns of Kasuga Taisha Shrine. \n\n\nMt. Koya Spiritual Immersion – Experience life in a Buddhist temple lodge and capture the mystical atmosphere of Okunoin Cemetery. \n\n\nHidden Japan in Iya Valley – Venture into misty gorges and vine-covered bridges of one of Japan’s most remote and photogenic regions. \n\n\nRitsurin Garden & Shikoku Landscapes – Wander one of Japan’s most exquisite gardens\, a masterpiece of balance and reflection. \n\n\nExpert Guidance – Learn composition\, light\, and storytelling from one of the world’s most celebrated photographers. \n\n\n \n  \nReserve Your Spot Today \n\nLed by Art Wolfe\nAssisted by Gavriel Jecan\nLimited to 10 participants\nTransportation and Accommodation\nMeals\, lodging\, and transportation specified on the itinerary are included. You will be responsible for your flight to and from Tokyo. \nItinerary\nShooting schedules have the ability to be altered to effectively cater to the photographic desires of the group\, as well as to adapt to changeable weather conditions.  \nDay 1 Nov 12\, 2026 Arrival in Tokyo (D)\n \nArrive at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport and check in to your conveniently located hotel within the terminal. Meet Art Wolfe and your fellow travelers this evening for a welcome dinner and introduction to the days ahead. \nAccommodation: Hotel Excel Tokyo Haneda Airport \nDay 2 Nov 13\, Tokyo -Takamatsu – Iya Valley (B\,D)\n \nAfter breakfast\, we will take a flight to Takamatsu\, Shikoku Island. \nA short flight brings you to Takamatsu on Shikoku Island\, where you’ll explore the tranquil Ritsurin Park\, one of the best Japanese gardens on Shikoku Island. From there we will continue by private van to the remote Iya Valley\, famed for its vine bridges\, waterfalls\, and dramatic mountain scenery. \nAccommodation: Hotel Hikyo no Yu or similar \nDay 3 Nov 14\, Iya Valley (B\,D)\n \nSpend the day capturing the unspoiled beauty of Iya Valley: the vine-covered Kazurabashi Bridge\, cascading Biwa Waterfalls\, and the preserved mountain village of Ochiai. This is a photographer’s paradise where autumn hues blend seamlessly with rustic tradition. \nAccommodation: Hotel Hikyo no Yu or similar \nDay 4 Nov 15\, Iya Valley – Tokushima (B\,D) \nMorning light offers one last chance to photograph the misty valleys before continuing to Tokushima. Evening at leisure with dinner featuring regional cuisine. \nAccommodation: Daiwa Roynet Hotel or JR Crement Hotel \nDay 5 Nov 16\, Tokushima – Wakayama – Mt. Koya (B\,D) \nTake a scenic ferry across the Seto Inland Sea to Wakayama\, then drive into the forested mountains of Mt. Koya — one of Japan’s most sacred Buddhist sites. Visit the elegant Niutsuhime Shrine before settling into a traditional temple lodging\, complete with shojin ryori dinner\, traditional Japanese Buddhist Cuisine. \nAccommodation in Mt. Koya: Temple Lodge \nDay 6 Nov 17\, Mt. Koya – Nara (B\,D) \nJoin the monks for their serene morning ceremony before photographing the ethereal Okunoin Cemetery\, where moss-covered lanterns and towering cedars create a mystical atmosphere. Later\, journey to Nara\, Japan’s first permanent capital. \nAccommodation in Nara: Nikko Nara Hotel \nDay 7 Nov 18\,  Exploring Nara’s Temples & Parks (B\,D) \nCapture dawn light filtering through Kasuga Taisha’s lantern-lined paths and Nara Park’s free-roaming deer. Continue to Hasedera and Muroji Temples\, each offering exquisite autumn scenery and peaceful courtyards. \n\nAccommodation in Nara: Nikko Nara Hotel \n\nDay 8 Nov 19\, Nara – Kyoto (B\,D)\n \nAfter breakfast\, we will drive to Kyoto (approximately 1 hour)\, the cultural heart of Japan. Begin with photographic explorations in northern Kyoto\,visiting and photographing at Ohara Sanzenin Temple as well as Kibune Shrine\, both serene havens surrounded by crimson foliage. \nAccommodation in Kyoto: Good Nature Hotel Kyoto \nDay 9 Nov 20\, The Bamboo Forest & Miyama Village (B\,D) \nThis morning we will start early to photograph around Higashiyama district including Ninenzaka\, Sannenzaka\, Yasaka Pagoda and Kiyomizu Temple as they are bathed in early morning light. The afternoon allows for leisurely shooting or rest before returning to capture sunset light over Kyoto’s skyline. \nAccommodation in Kyoto: Good Nature Hotel Kyoto \nDay 10 Nov 21\, The Bamboo Forest & Miyama Village (B\,D)\n \nThis morning we will wake up very early in the morning and go for our morning shoot at the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest before the crowds get there. Continuing\, the morning will be spent photographing hidden gems near Arashiyama\, such as the Gio-ji and Jojakko-ji Temples. Later\, we’ll head out to the countryside to capture the traditional thatched-roof village of Miyama Kayabuki no Sato\, a glimpse into old Japan. \nAccommodation in Kyoto: Good Nature Hotel Kyoto \nDay 11 Nov 22\, Fushimi Inari & Departure (B) \nAgain\, we kick off the day with an early sunrise shoot at the Fushimi Inari Shrine\, the site famous for its vermilion torii gates. After breakfast\, the tour concludes with transfers available to Kyoto Station or Kansai Airport. \nFlying to and from Japan\n\nThis trip will begin in Tokyo and end in Osaka. Tokyo has two international airports\, Haneda and Narita\, but we recommend flying into Haneda International Airport (HND) and out of Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX). If you prefer to head back to Tokyo either to return home or spend a few extra days\, you can take a bullet train from Osaka.  \n*For those who prefer to fly out of Narita International Airport (NRT)\, please keep in mind that it can be about a 1.5 hour drive from Tokyo. \n-End of Tour- \nNote: Cancellation fees apply. 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