54 events across Osaka, Kyoto and Kobe, 11–18 November 2026.
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- Cities: Osaka, Kyoto and Kobe
- Events listed: 54
This week is built around autumn illuminations across the Kansai region. In Kyoto, Eikandō and Heian Jingū both run evening openings every night of the week, and Tōfuku-ji opens its autumn special viewing from Saturday onwards. In Osaka, the Katsuo-ji temple light-up and the teamLab Cosmos installation run nightly, with Daisen Park's Japanese Garden and the Minō Momiji Festival joining from the weekend.
Daytime options are thinner but worth planning around. Saturday brings the Kobe Farmers Market and the Kyoto Night Market, with the Hyakumanben Handmade Market following on Sunday. Sunday evening also offers a Joe Hisaishi candlelight tribute concert in Osaka, and Thursday has a traditional Noh performance in Kyoto.
From Friday, the Umeda Sky Building begins its Christmas season, if you want an early shift from momiji to winter lights.
- Eikandō Autumn Night Light-up and Special Treasure Exhibition Kyoto · runs over several days
Autumn maples by day and by night, plus the Buddha statue that looks back over its shoulder. - Wonder Night Jingu: Lunar Glow Night Walk at Heian Jingū Shrine Kyoto · runs over several days
An eight-stop light trail around Heian Jingū, on autumn nights. - Katsuo-ji Temple Autumn Light-Up Osaka · runs over several days
A whole mountainside of maples lit up after dark, a short hop from central Osaka. - teamLab Artwork, Life is Flickering Light in the Dark - Cosmos Osaka · runs over several days
Osaka's Nagai Botanical Garden come alive with 20,000 cosmos flowers lit up in the dark.
- Eikandō Autumn Night Light-up and Special Treasure Exhibition Kyoto · runs over several days
Autumn maples by day and by night, plus the Buddha statue that looks back over its shoulder. - Traditional Noh Performance in Kyoto Kyoto
Experience noh theater up close and personal. - Wonder Night Jingu: Lunar Glow Night Walk at Heian Jingū Shrine Kyoto · runs over several days
An eight-stop light trail around Heian Jingū, on autumn nights. - Katsuo-ji Temple Autumn Light-Up Osaka · runs over several days
A whole mountainside of maples lit up after dark, a short hop from central Osaka. - teamLab Artwork, Life is Flickering Light in the Dark - Cosmos Osaka · runs over several days
Osaka's Nagai Botanical Garden come alive with 20,000 cosmos flowers lit up in the dark.
- Eikandō Autumn Night Light-up and Special Treasure Exhibition Kyoto · runs over several days
Autumn maples by day and by night, plus the Buddha statue that looks back over its shoulder. - Wonder Night Jingu: Lunar Glow Night Walk at Heian Jingū Shrine Kyoto · runs over several days
An eight-stop light trail around Heian Jingū, on autumn nights. - Katsuo-ji Temple Autumn Light-Up Osaka · runs over several days
A whole mountainside of maples lit up after dark, a short hop from central Osaka. - Umeda Sky Building Christmas 2026: The Starlight Town Osaka
A 25-meter light-show tree, a Christmas market, and a starry observatory 173 meters up. - teamLab Artwork, Life is Flickering Light in the Dark - Cosmos Osaka · runs over several days
Osaka's Nagai Botanical Garden come alive with 20,000 cosmos flowers lit up in the dark.
- Kobe Farmers Market Kobe
Entry is free, and the lineup changes weekly. - Eikandō Autumn Night Light-up and Special Treasure Exhibition Kyoto · runs over several days
Autumn maples by day and by night, plus the Buddha statue that looks back over its shoulder. - Kyoto Night Market Kyoto · runs over several days
Looking for something to do at night in Kyoto? - Tōfuku-ji Temple Autumn Special Viewing Kyoto · runs over several days
One of Kyoto's most famous maple valleys, best seen from a wooden bridge at opening time. - Wonder Night Jingu: Lunar Glow Night Walk at Heian Jingū Shrine Kyoto · runs over several days
An eight-stop light trail around Heian Jingū, on autumn nights. - Katsuo-ji Temple Autumn Light-Up Osaka · runs over several days
A whole mountainside of maples lit up after dark, a short hop from central Osaka. - Minō Momiji Festival Osaka · runs over several days
Get the most out of autumn with a trip to the Minō Momiji Festival. - Osaka's Daisen Park Japanese Garden Autumn Night Opening Osaka · runs over several days
Ten evenings of illuminated maples reflected in the pond at Sakai's Japanese garden, for ¥500. - teamLab Artwork, Life is Flickering Light in the Dark - Cosmos Osaka · runs over several days
Osaka's Nagai Botanical Garden come alive with 20,000 cosmos flowers lit up in the dark.
- Eikandō Autumn Night Light-up and Special Treasure Exhibition Kyoto · runs over several days
Autumn maples by day and by night, plus the Buddha statue that looks back over its shoulder. - Hyakumanben Handmade Market Kyoto
If you love all things handmade, put checking out this flea market on your to-do list while in Kyoto. - Kyoto Night Market Kyoto · runs over several days
Looking for something to do at night in Kyoto? - Tōfuku-ji Temple Autumn Special Viewing Kyoto · runs over several days
One of Kyoto's most famous maple valleys, best seen from a wooden bridge at opening time. - Wonder Night Jingu: Lunar Glow Night Walk at Heian Jingū Shrine Kyoto · runs over several days
An eight-stop light trail around Heian Jingū, on autumn nights. - Katsuo-ji Temple Autumn Light-Up Osaka · runs over several days
A whole mountainside of maples lit up after dark, a short hop from central Osaka. - Minō Momiji Festival Osaka · runs over several days
Get the most out of autumn with a trip to the Minō Momiji Festival. - Osaka Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Joe Hisaishi (Studio Ghibli) Osaka
Warm up a chilly winter night with candlelight and your favorite songs from Studio Ghibli composer Joe Hisaishi. - Osaka's Daisen Park Japanese Garden Autumn Night Opening Osaka · runs over several days
Ten evenings of illuminated maples reflected in the pond at Sakai's Japanese garden, for ¥500. - teamLab Artwork, Life is Flickering Light in the Dark - Cosmos Osaka · runs over several days
Osaka's Nagai Botanical Garden come alive with 20,000 cosmos flowers lit up in the dark.
- Eikandō Autumn Night Light-up and Special Treasure Exhibition Kyoto · runs over several days
Autumn maples by day and by night, plus the Buddha statue that looks back over its shoulder. - Tōfuku-ji Temple Autumn Special Viewing Kyoto · runs over several days
One of Kyoto's most famous maple valleys, best seen from a wooden bridge at opening time. - Wonder Night Jingu: Lunar Glow Night Walk at Heian Jingū Shrine Kyoto · runs over several days
An eight-stop light trail around Heian Jingū, on autumn nights. - Katsuo-ji Temple Autumn Light-Up Osaka · runs over several days
A whole mountainside of maples lit up after dark, a short hop from central Osaka. - Minō Momiji Festival Osaka · runs over several days
Get the most out of autumn with a trip to the Minō Momiji Festival. - Osaka's Daisen Park Japanese Garden Autumn Night Opening Osaka · runs over several days
Ten evenings of illuminated maples reflected in the pond at Sakai's Japanese garden, for ¥500. - teamLab Artwork, Life is Flickering Light in the Dark - Cosmos Osaka · runs over several days
Osaka's Nagai Botanical Garden come alive with 20,000 cosmos flowers lit up in the dark.
- Eikandō Autumn Night Light-up and Special Treasure Exhibition Kyoto · runs over several days
Autumn maples by day and by night, plus the Buddha statue that looks back over its shoulder. - Tōfuku-ji Temple Autumn Special Viewing Kyoto · runs over several days
One of Kyoto's most famous maple valleys, best seen from a wooden bridge at opening time. - Wonder Night Jingu: Lunar Glow Night Walk at Heian Jingū Shrine Kyoto · runs over several days
An eight-stop light trail around Heian Jingū, on autumn nights. - Katsuo-ji Temple Autumn Light-Up Osaka · runs over several days
A whole mountainside of maples lit up after dark, a short hop from central Osaka. - Minō Momiji Festival Osaka · runs over several days
Get the most out of autumn with a trip to the Minō Momiji Festival. - Osaka's Daisen Park Japanese Garden Autumn Night Opening Osaka · runs over several days
Ten evenings of illuminated maples reflected in the pond at Sakai's Japanese garden, for ¥500. - teamLab Artwork, Life is Flickering Light in the Dark - Cosmos Osaka · runs over several days
Osaka's Nagai Botanical Garden come alive with 20,000 cosmos flowers lit up in the dark.
- Eikandō Autumn Night Light-up and Special Treasure Exhibition Kyoto · runs over several days
Autumn maples by day and by night, plus the Buddha statue that looks back over its shoulder. - Tōfuku-ji Temple Autumn Special Viewing Kyoto · runs over several days
One of Kyoto's most famous maple valleys, best seen from a wooden bridge at opening time. - Wonder Night Jingu: Lunar Glow Night Walk at Heian Jingū Shrine Kyoto · runs over several days
An eight-stop light trail around Heian Jingū, on autumn nights. - Katsuo-ji Temple Autumn Light-Up Osaka · runs over several days
A whole mountainside of maples lit up after dark, a short hop from central Osaka. - Minō Momiji Festival Osaka · runs over several days
Get the most out of autumn with a trip to the Minō Momiji Festival. - Osaka's Daisen Park Japanese Garden Autumn Night Opening Osaka · runs over several days
Ten evenings of illuminated maples reflected in the pond at Sakai's Japanese garden, for ¥500. - teamLab Artwork, Life is Flickering Light in the Dark - Cosmos Osaka · runs over several days
Osaka's Nagai Botanical Garden come alive with 20,000 cosmos flowers lit up in the dark.
Common questions
What events are on in Osaka this week?
Osaka has 28 events listed between 11–18 November 2026, including Katsuo-ji Temple Autumn Light-Up, teamLab Artwork, Life is Flickering Light in the Dark - Cosmos and Katsuo-ji Temple Autumn Light-Up. Full details and links are in the day-by-day list above.
What events are on in Kyoto this week?
Kyoto has 25 events listed between 11–18 November 2026, including Eikandō Autumn Night Light-up and Special Treasure Exhibition, Wonder Night Jingu: Lunar Glow Night Walk at Heian Jingū Shrine and Eikandō Autumn Night Light-up and Special Treasure Exhibition. Full details and links are in the day-by-day list above.
What events are on in Kobe this week?
Kobe has 1 event listed between 11–18 November 2026, including Kobe Farmers Market. Full details and links are in the day-by-day list above.
When is the best day to visit Kansai this week?
Sunday 15 November has the most on, with 10 events listed. Days with fewer listings are quieter, not empty.
Are these events free?
This roundup does not list prices. Ticketing and entry vary by event, so check the organiser listing linked with each entry before you travel.
Details come from each organiser’s own listing and can change. Follow the links above before you travel.