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Best Things to Do in Tokyo in November: Fall Colors, Festivals, Events & Illuminations
What to Do in Osaka & Kyoto in November: Top Events, Festivals, Fall Foliage & Illuminations
Hokkaido Autumn Foliage 2024: 8 Best Places For Fall Leaves & When To See Them (+Tours)
Autumn Travel Guide to Kyoto: Tips on Weather and Sightseeing from September to November
Japan's Famous Ginzan Onsen to Enforce Visitor Caps and Traffic Controls This Winter
Dreamy Japan: 5 Scenic Onsen Towns in Yamagata Prefecture
LIVE JAPAN Discount Coupons: Enjoy Great Shopping Deals in Japan
Visiting Tokyo in Autumn: Travel, Clothing & Weather Guide for September-November (+Foliage Recommendations)
Breathtaking Escapes: Discover Hokkaido's Asahidake Area and Its Natural Wonders
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Top 10 Winter Illuminations in Kansai (2024-2025): Enjoy A World Where Everything Glitters

Arashiyama, Uzumasa Winter

When visiting Osaka in winter, you can't miss the colorful illuminations that decorate the city! In the cold, clear winter air, sparkling lights shine even more beautifully. And from Osaka to Kyoto and Kobe, Kansai comes alive with dazzling illumination events. Featuring creative blends of light, music, and visuals, often paired with nature’s own beauty, these displays are guaranteed to wow and delight. This page contains promotional content.

Day Trip to Mt. Takao: 7 Fun Ways to Enjoy Tokyo's Favorite Mountain

Mt. Takao Forests & Mountains
2024 Japan Autumn Color Report

Autumn
7-Day Japan Weather Forecast: Tokyo, Osaka & Hokkaido – Plan & Pack Smart for Your Trip

Autumn
The Ride of Your Life! Experiencing Japan from Above in a Private Helicopter Tour

Tokyo's Surrounding Areas Adventure Activities
Enjoy Fall 2024 with 27 Popular Autumn Tours from Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto

Autumn
Visiting Japan in November: The Best Things to Do and Reasons to Visit

Autumn

Kyoto Station 2025 Survey: The Top 18 Popular Kyoto Souvenirs

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Gift Shops

Kyoto is a tourist hotspot, and as such, boasts an array of wonderful souvenirs. Some of the most beloved souvenirs are sweets, from classic Japanese confections like yatsuhashi and green tea sweets, to Western treats with a Japanese touch. But with so many options, one of the trickiest things can be knowing what to buy! Which is why today, we head to a Kyoto Station souvenir shop to uncover the top-selling souvenirs favored by both Japanese locals and international visitors. Here we will introduce and rank not only traditional treats, but also some of the latest confections that have recently gained popularity. So if you’re headed to Kyoto, feel free to use this list as a guide to aid you in your souvenir selection!

Top 20 Recommended Souvenirs to Buy in Osaka (2025 Edition)

Shin-Osaka Gift Shops
A Bespoke Kyoto Experience - In the Private Luxury of Hachikan Ohara

kyoto Suburbs Unique Hotels
Best Things to Do in Tokyo in November: Fall Colors, Festivals, Events & Illuminations

Tokyo Station Autumn
Experience the Magic of 'The Nutcracker' in Tokyo This Winter

Shibuya Shows
Explore Autumn in Hyogo Prefecture: Two-Day Road Trip to See Stunning Foliage and Top Attractions

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Castles
Experience the Vibrant Autumn Blooms at Hitachi Seaside Park: Kochia and Cosmos Now in Full Color

Ibaraki Suburbs Parks

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

Tips & Advice for Planning a Trip to Tokyo in Autumn

Tokyo Station Autumn

Autumn has become a popular time for tourists to visit Japan. The months of good weather, scenic views of the autumn foliage and seasonal festivals make for a great vacation. Here are a few things to keep in mind while planning a trip to Japan in autumn.

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Ginza Department Stores
Professional Photos Even Beginners Can Shoot! 10 Tips for Taking Stunning Cherry Blossom Photos

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Feast on Hokkaido Crab! Expert Shares All About Where, When, and How to Eat Them

Sapporo / Chitose Sashimi
15 Recommended Places to Stay in Umeda for 2024: Hot Picks for Hotels and Apartments For Every Traveler

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Hotels
13 Popular Yakiniku Chains in Japan With All-You-Can-Eat Wagyu Beef

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Yakiniku
Top 15 Hakone Onsen Accommodations for a Comfortable and Blissful Stay

Hakone / Odawara Ryokan

Touch the Sky: Enjoy Seasonal Escapes on the Asahidake Ropeway (Hokkaido)

Asahikawa Forests & Mountains

Located in central Hokkaido is Daisetsuzan National Park, one of the largest national parks in Japan, and home to Asahidake, the tallest peak in this mountainous region. The Asahidake Ropeway, positioned halfway up the mountain, provides stunning aerial views of the majestic landscapes and alpine flora. Here, we will introduce a variety of activities available at the popular Asahidake Ropeway, including scenic rides, walks, and local cuisine, to ensure you can experience all the area has to offer, and enjoy your trip to the fullest! This page contains promotional content