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10 Best Places for Autumn Leaves in Fukushima (And When To See Them in 2021)

Fukushima, Koriyama And Iwaki Autumn

You should definitely not miss the autumn leaves in Fukushima. Fukushima boasts many great places for fall foliage that you can enjoy on scenic drives, plus charming historical spots. Today we’ll look at 10 of the most popular areas in Fukushima for autumn colors. Albeit for a short time, there will also be illuminations that make the landscape look even more fantastic.

'Like Watching Flowers Blooming at Night' Expats Reveal 5 Surprising Things About Japanese Fireworks Festivals

Niigata And Sado Japanese Festivals (Matsuri)
What Are Yattai? Discover Japanese Festival Food Stalls Serving Up Classic and Trendy Street Food! (+Latest Covid-19 Measures)

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Japanese Festivals (Matsuri)
4 Seaside and Lakeside Vacation Rentals in Kansai that Look and Feel like Private Resorts!

Otsu, Kusatsu Vacation Homes
8 Summer Destinations for Marine Sports Near Osaka: Rafting, SUP, and Canoeing!

Osaka Suburbs Outdoor Activities
Atama Daibutsu: Mysterious Buddha Found in the Middle of a Hokkaido Lavender Field? Let’s Investigate!

Sapporo / Chitose Landmarks
Top 32 Things to Do in Tokyo: Recommended Bucket List Experiences & More!

Tokyo Station

How Japan's Sushi Trains Are Coping with COVID: Sushiro's Latest Safety Measures and Services

Tokyo Station Sushi

For many, Japanese food equals sushi! In particular, Japan’s super famous “kaitenzushi” conveyor belt sushi trains are renowned for being cheap and high-quality, making them a popular stop for international visitors to Japan. However, many sushi trains in Japan lack private space, making some people anxious about visiting during the COVID-19 pandemic. To discover how they’re dealing with these circumstances, we visited Sushiro, one of Japan’s leading sushi companies. Since the advent of COVID-19, Sushiro has undertaken numerous contactless systems to ensure that those in Japan can still relish delicious conveyor belt sushi with peace of mind!

These 4 Places For Fall Scenery With A Japanese Vibe In Hokkaido Will Take Your Breath Away

Sapporo / Chitose Landscapes
Top 5 Halloween-Themed Afternoon Tea in Tokyo: Enjoy Mummy and Ghost Shaped Sweets at Luxury Hotels!

Shibuya Other Cafes and Sweets
Sanriku Fireworks Competition 2021 (Oct 9): A Modern Way to Enjoy Fireworks

Other Surrounding Areas Of Iwate Shows
Nijigen no Mori (Awaji Island Anime Park) Guide: Enjoy the Worlds of Dragon Quest, Naruto, Godzilla, and Crayon Shin-chan

Awaji Island, Maiko Theme Parks
Coffee Paradise! Visiting Hit Japanese Coffee Chain % ARABICA Kyoto's Head Location in Higashiyama

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Other Cafes and Sweets
Hokkaido's Renovated Cloud-Viewing 'Unkai Terrace' Brings You To The Sky's Edge, Has 'Cloud Cafe'

Furano / Biei / Sounkyo Landscapes

Become a True Gundam Pilot - Stepping into the P.O.D. at a Tokyo Arcade! (Video)

Arcades

Japan and robots go together like a hotdog and mustard. One of the nation’s most famous robot exports is known worldwide simply as “Gundam.” What started out as an anime has become a huge franchise with its own games, movies, and even a life-sized statue in Tokyo’s Odaiba. What many people don’t know, however, is that there is a way to pilot your very own Gundam robot!

Learn the Art of Flower Arrangement at Ohara School of Ikebana

Harajuku Other Traditional Arts
Purikura: Change Yourself Up with Photo Booth Fun!

Arcades
[MOVIE] DRUM TAO’S MANGEKYO – a Kaleidoscope of Taiko Drums

Shinagawa Shows
[MOVIE] Achieve Your Cosplay Dreams at Cosplay Studio Crown!

Akihabara Culture Experience
Stringraphy at Studio EVE: A Striking and Unique Musical Experience

Shibuya Other Contemporary Arts
[MOVIE] A Japanese Drum Experience at TAIKO-LAB

Shibuya Other Sightseeing

Autumn Colors at Their Finest! 3 Select Hotels & Ryokan Near Tokyo With Stunning Fall Foliage Views

Hakone / Odawara Ryokan

Japan is famous for its breathtaking variety of red, yellow, and orange leaves! Some of the world's most beautiful autumn foliage can be seen in the country, making late October through November a time especially popular with foreign visitors. Not far from Tokyo are several famous places where you can enjoy the autumn leaves from the comfort of your own room at a traditional ryokan inn. These areas can be visited within a couple of hours from Tokyo by train or car, so they are great places for taking a short trip to enjoy the beauty of Japan's autumn leaves. All of the ryokan introduced here have taken strict precautions against COVID-19 to ensure that your stay will be a safe and carefree one. *Business hours may be changed or temporarily closed due to measures being taken against COVID-19. *This article is based on information available at the time of the reporting conducted in October 2021.

Cool Down in the Hot Summer! 10 Refreshing Places to Visit in Kyoto in Summer

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Shrines
25 Kyoto Highlights: See, Eat, and Shop Your Way Through Kyoto!

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Other Sightseeing
Top 10 Foods You Can Buy in an Osaka Supermarket: Take Home Dishes Loved by Locals as a Souvenir!

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Grocery Stores
How to Eat Sushi: the Complete Guide to Japan’s Most Famous Food

Sushi
Sweet Delights: Tokyo’s Top 5 All-You-Can-Eat Dessert Buffets

Shinjuku Other Cafes and Sweets
Things to Do in Hyogo: Sights and Foods for your First Trip to Kobe!

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Downtown

Kyoto Momiji: 5 Stunning Places to See Fall Colors in Kyoto

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Parks

Autumn in Kyoto is a beautiful, vibrantly colored season thanks to the many hues of autumn foliage. Momiji is the word for the Japanese maple leaves colored red in the fall, and are a symbol for Japanese autumn. Kyoto momiji, in particular, are well known for their spectacular show, and crowds of people head to the city's many temples and shrines to catch the scenery at its best. Here we will introduce some of the best areas in Kyoto to catch the momiji, from the mainstream spots to lesser-known hidden gems.

7-Eleven, FamilyMart, Lawson: An Insider’s Guide to Japan’s Three Giant Convenience Stores!

Asakusa
Kamakura Day Trip Ideas: Trainspotting and traveling along the quaint Enoden Railway!

Kamakura Other Townscapes
5 Reasons Why Japan Is Said To Be Beautiful

Akihabara
10 Reasons Why We Love 'Shitamachi', Tokyo’s Traditional Downtown Areas!

Asakusa Old Towns (Shitamachi)
Best Things to See and Do in Hakodate, Hokkaido's Picturesque Town!

Hakodate Downtown
Visiting a Japanese Shinto Shrine – Everything You Need to Know, Step by Step! (Video)

Ueno Shrines

Hokkaido Autumn Foliage 2021: 8 Best Places For Fall Leaves (And When To See Them)

Hakodate Autumn

Hokkaido has some of the most beautiful scenes in autumn! Hokkaido's autumn foliage season begins from around mid-September. Let’s take a look at the beautifully colored mountains and streets lined with colorful trees! Here we'll share exactly when you can catch the fall leaves in Hokkaido in all their glory.