▲From the official website of Seibu Prince Hotels & Resorts 「Dazzling autumn foliage」
Autumn Foliage and Breathtaking Views You Can Only See This Season, Including Easy Day-Trip Spots
Autumn in Japan is a season of breathtaking scenery, where fiery foliage and natural beauty come together.
From the autumn leaves of Irohazaka in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, to the vivid red kochia of Hitachi Seaside Park in Ibaraki, and the historic foliage of Eikando in Kyoto, we've handpicked outstanding sightseeing spots from across the country.
Let's set out on a journey that combines activities like hiking and driving with unforgettable autumn scenery.
Tochigi, Ibaraki, Kanagawa, Shizuoka, Nagano, Niigata, Aichi, Kyoto, Nara, Miyazaki, Kochi
- Autumn Foliage
- Day Trip
- Breathtaking Views
Updated: October 13, 2025
Destination of this trip
- [Kanto Area]
Recommended Breathtaking Views and Autumn Foliage Spots - [Other Areas]
Recommended Breathtaking Views and Autumn Foliage Spots - A Luxurious Autumn Stay
Sanyo-so, Izu-Nagaoka Onsen
Recommended Breathtaking Views and Autumn Foliage Spots in Kanto,
Including Easy Day Trips
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Tochigi Prefecture
1 Nikko (Irohazaka, Kegon Falls, Ryuzu Falls)
Irohazaka
- Address
- Chugushi, Nikko-shi, Tochigi 321-1661, Japan
- Business Hours
- 24 hours
- Admission Fee
- Free
Kegon Falls
- Address
- Chugushi, Nikko-shi, Tochigi 321-1661, Japan
- Business Hours
-
Kegon Falls Elevator Business Hours
March 1 – November 30: 8:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.
December 1 – February 28: 9:00A.M. – 4:30P.M. - Admission Fee
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Kegon Falls Elevator Fee
Adults: ¥600
Elementary school students: ¥400
※Preschool children ride free.
※A fee applies to use the elevator to the observation deck.
※Akechidaira Observatory is free to visit.
Ryuzu Falls
- Address
- Chugushi, Nikko-shi, Tochigi 321-1661, Japan
- Business Hours
- 24 hours
- Admission Fee
- Free
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Ibaraki Prefecture
2 Ryujin Gorge
Ryujin Gorge
- Address
- Kemonono-cho, Hitachiota-shi, Ibaraki 313-0351, Japan
- Business Hours
-
[Ryujin Big Suspension Bridge]
8:30A.M. – 5:00P.M. (last admission 4:40P.M.)
※Access may be restricted in the event of strong winds, thunder, or other conditions. - Admission Fee
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[Ryujin Big Suspension Bridge]
Adults: ¥320
Children (elementary and junior high school students): ¥210
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Ibaraki Prefecture
3 Hitachi Seaside Park
Hitachi Seaside Park
- Address
- 605-4 Onuma, Mawatari, Hitachinaka-shi, Ibaraki 312-0012, Japan
- Business Hours
-
[March 1 – July 18, September 1 – October 31]
9:30A.M. – 5:00P.M.
[July 19 – August 31]
9:30A.M. – 6:00P.M.
[November 1 – end of February]
9:30A.M. – 4:30P.M.
Closed: Tuesdays (following day if a public holiday), December 31, January 1, and from the day before the first Tuesday of February through the Friday after
※The park is open every day during the spring (March 26 – May 31), summer (July 21 – August 31), autumn (October 1 – October 31), and winter (December 25 – 30, January 2 – 7) seasons. - Admission Fee
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Adults (high school students and above): ¥450
Senior (65 and older): ¥210
※Junior high school students and younger are free.
※On Respect for the Aged Day, visitors aged 65 and older are admitted free. In addition, everyone is admitted free on September 27 (Sat) and 28 (Sun).
※Visitors with a physical disability certificate, rehabilitation certificate, or mental disability health and welfare certificate, plus one accompanying guest, are admitted free. Please present your certificate or the "Mirairo ID" disability certificate app at the entrance ticket counter.
[Peak Season for Spring Nemophila and Autumn Kochia]
During certain periods and on specific dates, a seasonal surcharge applies to the admission fee below. Please check the official website for the dates on which this pricing applies.
Adults (high school students and above): ¥800
Senior (65 and older): ¥560
※Junior high school students and younger are free.
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Kanagawa Prefecture
4 Sankeien Garden
Sankeien Garden
- Address
- 58-1 Honmoku-Sannotani, Naka-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa 231-0824, Japan
- Business Hours
-
9:00A.M. – 5:00P.M. (last admission 4:30P.M.)
Closed: December 26 – December 31 - Admission Fee
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Adults (high school students and above): ¥900
Children (elementary and junior high school students): ¥200
Yokohama residents aged 65 and older: ¥700
※Yokohama residents aged 65 and older must present identification showing their address and date of birth (driver's license, passport, My Number Card, etc.).
※Visitors with a Sankeien discount voucher distributed at accommodations in the city, a Japan Automobile Federation (JAF) card, a Kanagawa Prefecture Mutual Aid Wakaba Card, a Benefit One membership card, or a Yokohama City Transportation Bureau Minato Burari Ticket can enter for ¥800 (adults, high school students and above) or ¥100 (children, elementary and junior high school students).
※Visitors with a disability certificate should present it at the reception desk. The certificate holder and one accompanying guest are admitted free.
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Kanagawa Prefecture, Hakone
5 Sengokuhara Susuki Grassland
Sengokuhara Susuki Grassland
- Address
- Sengokuhara, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa 250-0631, Japan
- Business Hours
- Always open
- Admission Fee
- Free
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If you want to enjoy Sengokuhara Susuki Grassland
H Hakone Sengokuhara Prince Hotel
Hakone Sengokuhara Prince Hotel
- Address
- 1246 Sengokuhara, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa 250-0631, Japan
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Gunma Prefecture
7 Houtokuji Temple
Houtokuji Temple
- Address
- 5-1608 Kawauchi-cho, Kiryu-shi, Gunma 376-0041, Japan
- Business Hours
-
[Regular Hours]
9:00A.M. – 4:00P.M.
[2025 Autumn Yukamomiji Special Viewing (October 18 (Sat) – December 7 (Sun))]
9:00A.M. – 4:00P.M.
※Depending on the condition of the foliage, the viewing may be extended through December 11 (Thu).
Closed: Open every day - Admission Fee
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Free admission during regular hours
[2025 Autumn Yukamomiji Special Viewing]
Adults (October): ¥800
Adults (November, December): ¥1,200
Free for high school students and younger
Recommended Breathtaking Views
and Autumn Foliage Spots Across Japan
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Shizuoka Prefecture
1 Mt. Katsuragi Ropeway
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If you want to enjoy Mt. Katsuragi Ropeway
H Sanyo-so, Izu-Nagaoka Onsen
Sanyo-so, Izu-Nagaoka Onsen
- Address
- 270 Mamanoue, Izunokuni-shi, Shizuoka 410-2204, Japan
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Shizuoka Prefecture
3 Otago Coast
Otago Coast
- Address
- 2649-2 Tago, Nishiizu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka 410-3515, Japan
- Business Hours
- Always open
- Admission Fee
- Free
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Nagano Prefecture
4 Akasawa Forest Railway
Akasawa Forest Railway
- Address
- Ogawa-iri National Forest, Ogawa, Agematsu-machi, Kiso-gun, Nagano 399-5607, Japan
- Business Hours
-
[Early April – early November]
※For detailed operating hours, please check the Agematsu Town tourism website.
Suspended operation days: Typically three days each in May, July, and September for track maintenance. - Admission Fee
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Adults (junior high school students and above): ¥1,000
Ages 4 through elementary school students: ¥600
※Visitors with a disability certificate, plus one accompanying guest, receive a ¥100 discount.
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Niigata Prefecture
5 Naeba Dragondola
Naeba Dragondola
- Address
- 202 Mikuni, Yuzawa-machi, Minamiuonuma-gun, Niigata 949-6212, Japan
- Operating Season & Hours
-
October 10 (Sat) – November 8 (Sun), 2026
※The Tashiro Ropeway, Panorama Lift, and Rakuraku Lift end operation on November 3 (Tue, holiday)
9:00A.M. – 3:00P.M. (last descent 4:00P.M.)
※Operating details are subject to change. - Fare
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Adults: ¥4,000
Children (elementary school students): ¥2,300
※The fare covers the "Tashiro Ropeway," "Naeba Dragondola," "Rakuraku Lift," and the "Naeba–Tashiro shuttle bus." It does not include the Panorama Lift fare.
※One preschool child may ride free per accompanying adult. A child fare applies from the second preschool child onward.
※Visitors with a Class 1 or Class 2 physical disability certificate and their caregiver (including a companion), or a Class 1 or Class 2 intellectual disability certificate (Ai no Techo, Midori no Techo, etc.) and their caregiver (including a companion), can ride at half the regular fare. Please present your certificate at the time of purchase.
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If you want to enjoy Naeba Dragondola
H Naeba Prince Hotel
Naeba Prince Hotel
- Address
- 202 Mikuni, Yuzawa-machi, Minamiuonuma-gun, Niigata 949-6212, Japan
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Aichi Prefecture
7 Chausuyama Highlands
Chausuyama Highlands
- Address
- 70-185 Gosho-daira, Sakauba, Toyone-mura, Kitashitara-gun, Aichi 449-0405, Japan
- Business Hours
-
Weekdays: 8:30A.M. – 5:00P.M.
Saturdays and holidays: 8:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.
※Hours differ for individual facilities and activities within the highlands. - Admission Fee
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Free
※A separate fee applies for facilities and activities within the highlands.
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Kyoto Prefecture
8 Eikando (Zenrinji Temple)
Eikando (Zenrinji Temple)
- Address
- 48 Eikandocho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 606-8445, Japan
- Business Hours
-
9:00A.M. – 4:00P.M.
※Visiting hours differ during the "Autumn Temple Treasures Exhibition," held from early November to early December. Please check the "Notices" section of the official website for details. - Admission Fee
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General: ¥600
Elementary, junior high, and high school students: ¥400
※A discount is available for visitors with a disability certificate. Please present your certificate.
※Admission fees differ during the "Autumn Temple Treasures Exhibition," held from early November to early December. Please check the "Notices" section of the official website for details.
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Nara Prefecture
9 Soni Highlands
Soni Highlands
- Address
- Tarohji, Soni-mura, Uda-gun, Nara 633-1202, Japan
- Business Hours
- Always open
- Admission Fee
- Free
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Miyazaki Prefecture
10 Takachiho
Takachiho
- Address
- Mukoyama, Takachiho-cho, Nishiusuki-gun, Miyazaki 882-1103, Japan
- Boat Rental Hours
-
8:30A.M. – 5:00P.M. (last reception by 4:30P.M.)
※If wait times occur, the reception deadline may be moved earlier.
Closed:
・During high water levels on the river
・During regular safety inspections (January, April, July, October — some days may be closed all day. Please note that inspection months require caution, as the exact schedule is announced once decided.)
・During emergency safety inspections - Fee
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One boat (capacity 3 people): from ¥4,100
※Rates vary by day of the week; please check the fee calendar for details.
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Kochi Prefecture
11 Niyodo River
Niyodo River
- Address
- Kochi Prefecture
- Business Hours
- Always open
- Admission Fee
- Free
Experience Japan's Autumn in Luxury Simply by Staying,
at Sanyo-so, Izu-Nagaoka Onsen
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1 An Autumn Evening on the Moon-Viewing Terrace Overlooking the Garden
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H An Open-Air Bath with a Timeless Atmosphere
Sanyo-so, Izu-Nagaoka Onsen
- Address
- 270 Mamanoue, Izunokuni-shi, Shizuoka 410-2204, Japan
Summary
For the Best Autumn Views, Choose Prince Hotels
We've introduced breathtaking autumn spots from Kanto to Kyushu, spanning all of Japan.
Autumn is a season full of activities that let you become one with nature — from viewing autumn leaves to walking through fields of silver grass and hiking through gorges.
The best time to view the autumn foliage typically peaks from mid-October to early November, though timing varies by location, so please check the latest information before your trip and enjoy your autumn journey.
And for the best autumn views, make Prince Hotels across Japan your travel companion.
The breathtaking scenery and relaxation found only at these hotels will make your autumn trip an even more memorable one.
- [Kanto Area]
Recommended Breathtaking Views and Autumn Foliage Spots - [Other Areas]
Recommended Breathtaking Views and Autumn Foliage Spots - A Luxurious Autumn Stay
Sanyo-so, Izu-Nagaoka Onsen
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