Discover 16 of the best places to see autumn leaves in Japan in 2026, from the mountains of Hokkaido to the temples of Mt. Koya and volcanic landscapes of Kyushu. Find typical peak times, where to stay nearby, and ideas for tours along the way.
Japan Travel
Why Japan?
I’ve lived in Japan for 13 years and continue to return year after year as a permanent resident . I had originally intended to come only for one—one year on the other side of the planet and then back home again to Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.A. If you’d told me that I’d...
