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Autumn Foliage Festival at Kotohira-gu Shrine

Name: Autumn Foliage Festival at Kotohira-gu Shrine
Start: 2026-12-31
End: 2026-12-31
Location: Kotohira-gu Shrine

紅葉祭（金刀比羅宮）

Experience the breathtaking beauty of vibrant autumn colors at the majestic Kotohira-gu Shrine.

Kagawa Festivals & Fireworks

Schedule

December 31, 2026

Autumn Foliage Festival at Kotohira-gu Shrine

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Kotohira-gu (also known as Konpira-san) is a historic and prestigious shrine located in Kotohira Town, Kagawa Prefecture.

Highlights

Autumn FoliageHistoric ArchitectureAutumn Walks

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About Autumn Foliage Festival at Kotohira-gu Shrine

Capture Historic Views: The changing colors as you climb the stairs provide perfect opportunities for photography.
Enjoy Local Cuisine: After your visit, treat yourself to famous Sanuki Udon or other local specialties in the Kotohira area.
Wear Walking Shoes: Since there are many stone steps, wearing stable, comfortable footwear is key to a pleasant experience.

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Weather forecast

Wed

9/16

25°/23°

94%

Thu

9/17

28°/23°

20%

Fri

9/18

26°/24°

39%

Sat

9/19

28°/24°

31%

Sun

9/20

29°/24°

21%

Mon

9/21

30°/23°

20%

Tue

9/22

28°/21°

10%

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Tips

Footwear: Please wear comfortable walking shoes as there are many stairs to climb.

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