Japan autumn

Autumn in and around Tokyo is undoubtedly one of the most magical times of the year for hiking enthusiasts. As the scorching summer heat begins to wane, the lush landscapes that surround this bustling metropolis transform into a vibrant carpet of colors. It is a season […]

Summer is finally starting to come to a close in Japan, and autumn has just begun. Many will be happy to know that the soaring temperatures and smothering humidity will soon drop, but there is a lot more to experience in autumn than just the simple […]

I wanted to title this with some sort of pun, like “best place to go see the forest in the fall? Ao-MORI of course!” then I realized the better pun is “Best place for fall fun? AKI-ta,” but I digress. Japan’s seasons bring cycles of limited-edition […]

Autumn is (秋) aki in Japanese and takes place in the months of September, October and November. The temperature is moderate and the weather is considered the most pleasant and enjoyable at this time. It is an explosion of vibrant colors as the leaves turn into […]

Now that it’s October, the Halloween season has just begun. Though Japan was a late-comer to celebrating this holiday, these days it is a BIG deal, with so many special foods, events, haunted house experiences and parties!  If you are in Japan during this spooky season, […]

Find the best advice from local experts! This month we asked our beloved, adventurous guides Jennifer, Haruka and Ryuichi what are their favorite Autumn foods and why?

One of the biggest and most popular activities in Autumn is to go “Koyo” (Viewing Fall-foliage). Koyo refers to the phenomenon of changing autumn colors, mainly when it occurs to the leaves of deciduous broadleaf trees before the leaves fall to the ground. Much like Cherry Blossom trees, the momiji trees are the most famous for Koyo viewing for their vibrant red color.