Three Autumn Leave Spots in Tokyo Perfect for Uploading to Social Media
One of the best parts of travelling in the fall is taking a stroll through the beautiful autumn leaves. You may first think of mountains when it comes to autumn leaves, but there are even places in Tokyo where you can see beautiful fall-time scenery! This article will introduce three beautiful autumn locations in Tokyo that are perfect for uploading on social media!
We will also be introducing a cheap pre-paid SIM card that makes posting beautiful pictures to social media in real-time super convenient!
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Recommendation #1: Koishikawa-Korakuen
Best Time for Autumn Leaves: Mid-November through early December
Koishikawa-Korakuen is a garden that has been designated both as a national special historic site as well as a special scenic spot. The lakes, mountains, rivers, countrysides, and more that are replicated here are all beautifully laid out. During fall, the autumn leaves dye the area red, making it a great place to take pictures.
Basic Information for Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens
- Postal Code
- 112-0004
- Address
- 1-6-6 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo
- Telephone
- 03-3811-3015
- Admission
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General admission: 300 yen, 65 years or older: 150 yen (elementary school students and younger free)
※Free Admission Days: May 4th, October 1st - Hours
- 9:00am-5:00pm (Admission allowed until 4:30pm)
- Closed
- End and beginning of the year (December 29th-January 1st)
- Access
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(1) About a 3-minute walk from the Toei Subway Oed Line’s Iidabashi Station
(2) About an 8-minute walk from the JR Sobu Line and Tokyo Metro Tozai Line, Yurakucho Line, and Nanboku Line’s Iidabashi Station - Official Website (English)
- https://www.tokyo-park.or.jp/teien/en/koishikawa/index.html
Recommendation #2: Mejiro Garden
Best Time for Autumn Leaves: Late November through early December
Mejiro Garden features a path that loops around a pond, and within the garden’s grounds you’ll find a sukiya-style building called “Sekicho-an” as well as “Rokkaku-Ukimido.” During fall, the autumn leaves and the surrounding scenery create a beautiful Japanese-style autumn landscape.
At night the garden is lit up, and the reflections of the autumn leaves onto the pond creates a beautiful and esoteric atmosphere.
Details of Autumn Leaves Light Up (Planned)
- Dates
- Late November through early December
- Times
- 5:30pm-9:00pm (Last admission 8:30pm)
- Admission Fee
- 200 yen (preschoolers and younger free)
Basic Information for Mejiro Gardens
- Postal Code
- 171-0031
- Address
- 3-20-18 Mejiro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
- Telephone
- 03-5996-4810
- Admission
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Free
※Subject to change during events - Hours
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9:00am-5:00pm
※9:00am-7:00pm during July and August
※Subject to change during events - Closed
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2nd and 4th Monday of every month (if Monday falls on a national holiday, closed the following day)
New Year’s holiday (December 29th-January 3rd) - Access
- About a 5-minute walk from the JR Yamanote Line’s Mejiro Station
- Official Website (Japanese)
- http://www.seibu-la.co.jp/mejiro-garden/
Recommendation #3: Mt. Takao
Best Time for Autumn Leaves: Mid-November through early December
Mt. Takao stands with an altitude of 599 meters. Its easy access from the city center and straightforward, easy climb for beginners makes it a popular mountain destination.
The mountain has several climbing courses, but the #1 course is the best for beginners to tackle, and it offers up a combined view of Yakuou-in and the autumn leaves together.
Basic Information for Mount Takao
- Postal Code
- 193-0844
- Address
- Takao-machi, Hachioji City, Tokyo
- Access
- The trail entrance is about a 5-minute walk from the Keio Line’s Takaosanguchi Station
- Admission
- Free
- Closed
- No holidays
- Hours
- Open 24 hours
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- Price
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- Address
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