Discover the Beauty of Autumn in Japan

Japan's Fall Colors 2024

The foliage starts changing color in the northern regions from around the middle of September in Hokkaido and Tohoku. From mid-October to mid-December you can enjoy the fall foliage throughout the country. In this special feature, we introduce the best places to enjoy the autumn foliage in Japan, from famous locations to lees known areas. Enjoy autumn travel in Japan with MATCHA’s articles as your guide!

Fall Foliage Forecast 2024

Timeline Map

Timeline MapFrom : Weathernews(2024/09/05)

Average Annual Forecast by Area

Region Site Forecast
Hokkaido Daisetsuzan Asahidake Mid-September~Early October
Shiretoko Goko Lakes Mid-October
Hakodate Early November
Tohoku Kurikoyama Early October
Naruko Valley Late October~Early November
Kanto (Tokyo) Mount Takao Mid-November~Early December
Ueno Park Late November
Chubu Kamikochi Mid-October〜Late October
Shirakawago Late October~Early November
Mt. Fuji Skyline Mid-October
Kinki Arashiyama Mid-November~Early December
Osaka Castle Park Mid-November~Early December
Chugoku Miyajima Mid-November~Late November
Okutsu Valley Early November
Shikoku Kankakei Gorge Early November
Mt. Tsurugi Mid-October
Kyushu Kunenan Mid-November~Late November
Akizuki Castle Ruins Late November~Early December
*Viewing time for autumn foliage may vary between a week to 10 days, depending on the temperature and weather of the year.
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