Daisetsuzan National Park

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    Best Autumn Hikes in Japan

    ByDimple Rios

    Japan’s koyo (autumn foliage) season travels from north to south between late September and early December, coloring mountains, gorges, and shrine forests in reds and golds. Enjoy crisp air, clear skies, and photogenic trails. Below is a region-by-region calendar, along with a curated list of the best fall hikes in Japan, ranging from family-friendly river…

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    Best Places to See Autumn Leaves in Hokkaido​

    ByDimple Rios

    Hokkaido is Japan’s earliest and most dramatic stage for autumn color. Thanks to its northern latitude and high mountains, fall starts weeks before Honshu: alpine zones in Daisetsuzan National Park can begin turning by mid-September, with colors cascading to towns and lakes into late October. Expect broad views; volcanoes, gorges, caldera lakes, and easy add-ons…

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