10 famous spots for viewing beautiful autumn leaves That must be visited once

In Japan, you can see the leaves changing colors almost all over the country. Which will start from around October until December The leaves begin to change color from the north, chasing to the south. Start in Hokkaido After that, with other regions As there are quite a few spots to see the changing colors of the leaves May make it difficult to decide where to watch So we selected beautiful places 10 famous spots for viewing beautiful autumn leaves That must be visited once To be a help in making decisions

1. Rikugien garden, Tokyo

It is one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan, so beautiful that it has been registered as a national treasure. Is an old garden that was built since the Edo period Here is divided into 6 parts with different plantings. This garden is located in Tokyo. Built on a plain, 55 rai of land in 1702 by filling the hills. Diverting water into the pool Transformed into a Japanese garden like Kaiyuki Kiyokiyama Sen Sui Teien (A form of a Japanese garden With a large pond in the center, hills, bridges, ornaments in the middle of the pool And there is a path for walking around the garden (Often using the scenery of famous places as inspiration). In 1938, the holder of the ownership donated the park to Tokyo. The general public therefore has the opportunity to visit Rikugien Park for the first time. And was chosen as a scenic spot for Tokyo in 1953

Rikugien Park is one of the most popular viewing spots for autumn leaves. Which can see the view of the Japanese-style garden amid the colorful foliage Combined with the view on the hills around the Togetsukyu Bridge and the maple trees that line the canal Rikugien Park has about 560 maple and ginkgo trees at night. Light up lights are lit up until 21:00 and should be visited both during the day and at night. The light up period in 2019 is held from the end of November to the beginning of December.

General information about the garden

The opening hours of Rikugien Park are 9: 00-17: 00, entering the park until 16:30.

Admission to the park is 300 yen for adults / seniors 65 years and older 150 yen / elementary school students are free.

Annual holiday December 29 - January 1 of the following year

* During the light up, the garden will be open from 9:00 to 21:00, can enter the park until 20:30.

getting There

The closest station to Rikugien Park is Komagome Station on the JR Yamanote Line, South Exit or Tokyo Metro Num Line. Namboku Line Exit 2, walk 7 minutes to the front gate of the garden, or use Sengoku Station on the Toei Railway Mita Line, walk about 10 minutes

2. Nikko Waterfall (Kegon)

Kegon FallsWith a height of almost 100 meters, is 1 in 3 of the most beautiful waterfalls in Japan (together with Nachi waterfall) Waterfall) in Wakayama And Fukuroda Waterfall at Ibaraki is a popular spot to see the changing colors of autumn leaves in the mid-late October.

General information about waterfalls

Opening hours: March-November 8: 00 ～ 17: 00 hrs.
December ～ February 9: 00 ～ 16: 30 hrs.

Admission fee: adults 550 yen, elementary school children 330 yen

getting There

Take the Tobu bus to Chuzenji Onsen from Tobu Nikko Station. It takes about 40 minutes to get off at Chuzenji-onsen stop and walk for 5 minutes.

3. Lake Kawaguchiko (kawaguchiko) Yamanashi

Lake Kawaguchiko is located in Yamanashi, near Tokyo. The autumn season begins about the first half of November. The leaves turn red, orange and yellow alternately around. The corner that overlooks Mount Fuji, the lake and the maple leaf is the northern shore of the lake. Is a popular tourist spot to take pictures and travel with this area In addition, in the area not far away is a lovely rural village with hot springs, theme parks, art museums. And many gift shops

FestivalFuji Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival Every year in the fall Which is usually the whole of November Many shops have local food and handicrafts lined up on the north side of Lake Kawaguchi. The maple light was lit at night too.

เคล็ดลับ: If you want to see Mount Fuji Plan to travel on a clear day. Mount Fuji is very shy. Just a little over the sky and can't see anymore.
The best time to see Early November - mid November

getting There

Traveling from Tokyo to Lake Kawaguchi by bus is the fastest and cheapest. Every day there is a bus from Shinjuku Station (1 hour 4５ minutes for 1,750 yen per trip) or Shibuya station (2 hours 30 minutes per 1,800 yen per trip) straight to Lake Kawaguchi.

If traveling by train, take the Chuo Line at Shinjuku Station to Otsuki Station and change to Fujikyu Railway to Kawaguchiko. It takes around 3 hours and the traveling cost is 2,500 yen.

From Kawaguchiko Station, buses depart every 15 minutes. The red line takes around Lake Kawaguchi. The green line leads to Lake Saiko. And the Blue Line takes to Lake Shojiko The fare is 150 yen per trip. Tickets can be purchased as many times as 1,500 yen. Buses stop at signs at famous tourist attractions. Don't forget to pick up the map from the station too.

Ways to get to Momiji Terrace and the festival are Get off the red bus at Itchiku Kubota Art Museum stop.

The way to go to the Momiji tunnel is Get off the red bus at Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center stop and walk for 15-20 minutes.

4. Kyoto Daigoji Temple

Daigoji Temple is a large area temple located in the southeast part of Kyoto.It is very beautiful during the autumn season to become a tsukiyama style garden, inside the park is a short hill. Decorated with large stones The surrounding trees are lined with maple trees. In the autumn, the maple leaves turn orange. The view and atmosphere is very beautiful, and at night the lights will be illuminated.

The best time to see the red leaves: mid-November to early December.

general information

getting There
Bus: 5-10 minutes on foot from Higashiyama Yasui bus stop [Bus No. 100, 206]

5. Koishikawa Korakuen, Tokyo

6. Lake Goshikinuma Lake Fukushima
Lake Koshinuma Also known as the 5-color lake, is part of the Asahi Bandai National Park. (Bandai-Asahi) is an area that consists of lakes Small and large ponds and hot springs There are 9 swamps in the area, each with different bright colors. Between the marshes is a walking path to see nature in autumn. The entire walking path is surrounded by the colors of the leaves, contrasting with the color of the water. The lake ranges from sky blue to red green. Is a beautiful natural image that can only be seen here

general information
Opening hours: Open all year round
Admission fees: None

how to travel
Take the JR Banetsu West Line to Inawashiro Station and take the Bandai Higashi Miyako Bus to Urabandai-kogen-eki or Goshikinuma-Iriguchi-eki. It takes about 30 minutes

7. Bandai-Azuma Skyline Fukushima
One of the streets that has been recognized as having the most beautiful views in Japan. And is also a route suitable for driving to see the red leaves on Mount Azuma. Highly It is approximately 29 kilometers across the middle of the Bandai-Asahi National Park. It is the road that connects Takayu Onsen and Tsujiyu Pass. If you visit the summit of Azuma-Kofuji at a height of 1,707 meters (which has a parking spot nearby Peak) can park the car and walk up the hill easily, not very tired. On the top of the hill, looking down, you will see the bright green streaks all over the mountain. And can also take beautiful panoramic pictures as well
The best time to see Mid October - early November

general information
Hours: The road will be closed from mid-November to early April due to snow.
Admission fees: None

travel
From Fukushima Station, traveling by rental car is best suited. If you want to go to the summit of Azuma-Kofuji, it takes about 1 hour.

8. Towada lake Aomori
Lake Towada is a large crater that has calmed down. The highlight of seeing the four changing leaves here is Boat ride to Lake Towada to see the nature around the lake. Located in the Towada Hachimantai National Park area (Towada-Hachimantai National Park) or walking along the Oirase Stream, a small river connecting Lake Towada. The popular leaf viewing path begins with Lake Towada. Continue along the stream. Until reaching the Choshi Ootaki Falls for a distance of about 1 kilometer. The walkway focuses on the view. Everyone can walk very easily. There is a good floor covering. Can walk comfortably without needing special climbing tools or shoes
The best time to see Mid October - late October

general information
Business hours: Cruise service from 08.00-16.00 hrs.
Admission fees: None

travel
Starting at Aomori Station is the most convenient. You can take the JR Bus Tohoku at Bus Stop No. 11, which takes approximately 3 hours.

9. Kamikochi Nagano
Kamikochi is a valley on the plateau in Nagano prefecture. You can see the high mountains and the pure water in every season. The observation deck is 1,500 meters above sea level. There is a beautiful backdrop of the Japanese Alps. And the beauty of the Azusa River, turquoise and green below. This place is a very popular hiking place. The beginning will start at "Kappa Bridge", a symbol of Kamikochi. The tip of the river is at the Taisho pond. The water reflecting the Hotaka Mountains creates a beautiful reflection.
The best time to see Mid October - late October

general information
Operating hours: It is open during the spring-autumn period and closed during the cold season. It is open from mid-April to mid-November of every year.

travel
From Tokyo Station, take the JR Chuo Line rapid train to Shinjuku Station. It takes 15 minutes to get out from the south exit and walk 1 minute. From the Shinjuku Terminal, take the Sawayaka Shinshu Bus for 4 hours 45 minutes.

10. Ginkgo tree road Icho namiki, Meiji Jingu Gaien, Tokyo
The Ginkgo biloba trees of Meiji Jingu Kaien Garden have 146 ginkgo trees lined up on both sides of the road, 300 meters long. Inside, there is a Ginkgo Gingko Gingen Festival held. Jingugaien Gingko Festival). There are booths selling various kinds of souvenirs, handicrafts and food. And there are lots of people visiting the fair.
The best time to see Mid November - Early December

travel
- 3 minutes on foot from Gaien-mae Station Ginza Line Exit 4A
- Walk from Aoyama-itchome Station Subway Hanzomon Line, Ginza or Toei Oedo Line Exit 1, about 5 minutes