Autumn Leaves (Koyo) Viewing in Japan

Autumn Leaves (Koyo) Viewing in Japan

Among the four seasons in the island country, autumn is the most celebrated as well as the colorful season in Japan. As the spring season is famous for its Cherry Blossoms, the colorful leaves or koyo are the prime attractions in autumn.

Among the many favorite activities the Japanese people treasure the 'Koyo Viewing' activity and every year the popular koyo viewing spots are visited by hundreds of autumn lovers as well as by visiting tourists.

It is the season of color and a real treat to the eyes. The bright hues perfectly mixed and matched with soft colored leaves are a true pleasure to all eyes. The koyo viewing generally commences in the month of September and concludes in the months of November or December. The coloring of the leaves starts from the northern part and moves gradually to the southern part of Japan. The best way to enjoy the season is exploring the wild side through hikes and walks.

The appropriate places to view the leaves in the vibrant colors are the numerous parks, temples and gardens present all over Japan. Among the various regions in Japan well known for 'Autumn Leaves Viewing', Tokyo and Kyoto are the most popular and frequently visited ones.

Koyo Viewing Regions in Japan

" Hokkaido
" Tohoku
" Tokyo
" Kanto
" Hakone
" Nikko
" Fuji Five Lakes
" Kyoto
" Kansai
" Kyushu
" Shikoku

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