Koyasan Autumn Foliage and Morning Mist

Irohazaka's autumn drive, Lake Chuzenji, Kegon Falls, and Senjogahara offer Kanto's finest foliage. World Heritage shrines amid autumn colors condense Japan's autumn beauty.

Autumn foliage along the 14km Oirase stream from Lake Towada is among Japan's finest. The natural beauty of mossy rocks, clear water, and colored trees is called 'Tohoku's jewel.'

The world's most climbed mountain, about 1 hour from Tokyo by train with 3 million annual visitors. Autumn foliage is especially popular, with cable car views offering easy fall excursions from the city.

The Kanto region's premier autumn foliage destination centered on Lake Chuzenji, Kegon Falls, and Irohazaka Winding Road in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture. Elevation differences allow about one month of autumn colors, with Irohazaka's foliage tunnel being breathtaking. The combination of World Heritage Nikko Toshogu's golden decorations with autumn leaves symbolizes Japan's fall.

Spectacular autumn foliage viewable around Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls in Nikko, Tochigi. The significant elevation differences result in a prolonged color change lasting approximately one month. Famous viewing locations include Senjogahara and Ryuzu Falls. Attracts millions of visitors during October and November peak season.

Autumn foliage viewing spots throughout Kyoto including Nanzen-ji, Eikando, Kiyomizu-dera, and Arashiyama. Peak viewing season runs from late October through November with illumination events. The sight of maple leaves turning crimson in temple gardens symbolizes Japanese seasonal culture. Over 4 million visitors experience autumn Kyoto annually.