Introduction to Autumn Colours – with information about the best time to view fall foliage in different regions

Photo: Shirakawago Village (Nagoya Chubu ＆ Hokuriku Region)

1. This article introduces the best time to view the foliage in each area’s onsen resorts, as well as a number of selected ryokans in each onsen area.

2. The best time to view fall colours listed here is based on open information published in Japan. Influenced by the weather and other natural factors, the actual period when autumnal leaf colouration meets its peak might be a little bit different from our prediction.

 

Hokkaido Region

Photo: Onuma Quasi-National Park

Being the northernmost district in the country, autumn colours start to arise as early as the beginning of September. Endowed with nature, you can enjoy tinted foliage at apparently all onsen resorts there.

Hokkaido Region

 

 

 

Tohoku Region

Photo: Mount Kurikoma

Tohoku Region

 

 

 

Central Tokyo & Tokyo suburbs

Photo: Tsugaike Natural Garden, Hakuba

Although Tokyo is a giant metropolis, you can easily find rich natural environments and beautiful fall colours in its suburbs.

Central Tokyo & Tokyo suburbs

 

 

 

Nagoya, Chubu & Hokuriku Region

Photo: Tateyama (Kurobe Dam)

Nagoya, Chubu & Hokuriku Region

 

 

 

Osaka, Kyoto, Kansai Region

Photo:Kiyomizudera Temple, Kyoto

Osaka, Kyoto, Kansai Region

 

 

 

Hiroshima, Chugoku Region

Photo: Kagikake Pass, (C)Tottori Pref.

Hiroshima, Chugoku Region

 

 

 

Shikoku Region

Photo: Mount Ishizuchi & Ishizuchi Skyline

Shikoku Region

 

 

 

Kyushu Region

Photo: Mount Yufu, Yufuin Onsen

Kyushu Region