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HOKKAIDO
JOZANKEI
In a region known for its scenery, these hillsides covered in multi-colored fall foliage stand out. Plus, there are boats!
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TOHOKU
TSUTANUMA LAKE (AOMORI)
When the weather cools, the hillsides surrounding this lake turn a brilliant red-orange, reflecting in the still water.
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KANTO
IROHAZAKA HILL (TOCHIGI)
Hop in the car and take on some hairpin turns to enjoy this scenic hillside’s autumn leaves to the fullest.
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TOKYO
THE JINGU GAIEN GINKGO AVENUE
Right in a central Tokyo park, these rows of ginkgo trees create a yellow canopy overhead, straight out of a movie.
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CHUBU
NAGOYA CASTLE & MEIJO PARK
During Nagoya Castle’s yearly autumn festival, autumn leaves surround this historic castle with changing colors.
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KANSAI
KITANO TENMANGU SHRINE (KYOTO)
Sip some matcha as you watch the maple leaves drift around this long-standing shrine, before checking out the monthly flea market!
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CHUGOKU
MOMIJIDANI PARK (HIROSHIMA)
People love to see Miyajima’s deer (and its famous shrine) all year long, and what’s a better backdrop than a maple-filled garden?
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SHIKOKU
IYA VALLEY (TOKUSHIMA)
A valley full of picturesque views, from rushing rivers and the rope bridges above them, to endless fall leaves.
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KYUSHU
TAKACHIHO GORGE (MIYAZAKI)
Float through this deep gorge, carved out of solidified lava, and don’t forget to turn your face upwards to see the seasonal foliage.
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OKINAWA
ZAMAMI ISLAND
Okinawa doesn’t have true autumn foliage, but the changing color of the tropical Japanese wax trees is just as beautiful.
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