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3 Yamagata Onsen Ryokan: Enjoy Autumn Colors While Peacefully Soaking in Hot Springs

Surrounding Areas Of Yamagata Ryokan

Yamagata Prefecture is located in northern Japan’s Tohoku region, where the autumn colors begin to appear around the end of October every year. The natural beauty of the area, where the magnificent mountains are dyed red and yellow, is perfect for setting your heart and mind at ease. This year, why not relax and stay at a ryokan inn where you can appreciate the spectacular autumn leaves from the privacy and comfort of your room or an open-air bath?

Nankai All Line 2 Day Pass: Ride the Nankai Electric Railway & Enjoy Famous Fall Spots in Osaka

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Landscapes
Visit These 2 Restaurants in Kyoto To Enjoy Gorgeous Autumn Colors While Dining

Arashiyama, Uzumasa Japanese cuisine
Easy Japanese Potato Croquettes (Korokke) Recipe: Enjoy Soft Flaky Potatoes, Ground Beef, and a Tangy Sauce! (Video)

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Other Restaurants
Road Trip From Osaka: 3 Autumn Leaf-Viewing Driving Itineraries in Kansai (2D1N)

kyoto Suburbs Gardens
Top 5 Places For Autumn in Kansai: Enjoy a Traditional Japanese Vibe at Temples, Gardens & Parks in Japan's Midwest!

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

Fukushima, Koriyama And Iwaki Autumn

Adorable Animal-Themed Desserts at Shiroi Koibito Park: Enjoy a Drink with a Long-Tailed Tit Design!

Sapporo / Chitose Theme Parks

Located in Hokkaido Prefecture’s Sapporo City, Shiroi Koibito Park is offering limited-edition desserts during this year's holiday season. Using many of Hokkaido’s animals as a motif, desserts will be offered during their event, Shiroi Koibito Park: A White Christmas with Hokkaido’s Adorable Animals. These original desserts are made centering around Hokkaido’s animals and the color white to remind you of snow as well as the Shiroi Koibito cookie. Additionally, this event is scheduled to have many attractions as well as limited-edition products. Shiroi Koibito Park is easily accessible from Sapporo City, so why not add it to your list of places to visit during the wintertime?

Understanding Japan's Go To Travel Campaign: How Does it Work? When Will It Restart? (Updated Oct 2021)
Inside Onitsuka Tiger: Japan’s Iconic Sneaker Embracing Traditional Craftsmanship

Harajuku Clothing Stores
Tabletop Yakitori Grill!? 5 Must-Have Japanese Kitchen Appliances For Those Short On Time

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

Tokyo Station Sushi
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

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
10 Ryokan And Hotels In Asakusa Where You Can Enjoy A Japanese Atmosphere

Asakusa Hotels
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

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

Ueno Shrines
Kumano Sanzan: Visit the Land of Gods on a Journey to Wakayama Prefecture

Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Shrines

Hakodate Area Guide: Travel Essentials & Best Spots for Shopping, Dining & Sightseeing

Hakodate Other Sightseeing

Hakodate is a Hokkaido port town located in northern Japan. It’s famous for the night view from Mt. Hakodate, Hakodate ramen, and a uniquely eclectic Japanese-Western culture. Here are our recommendations for first-time Hakodate sightseers, as well as info on hotels and transportation in Hakodate.