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Autumn in Kanagawa

Enjoy the colors of autumn

Relive an autumn colored by brilliant trees. For a long time, the Japanese people have come to admire autumn's beauty. “Maple leaf hunting” (Momiji-gari) is a traditional Japanese activity, which cannot be missed during autumn. In Kanagawa prefecture, there are plenty of Japanese gardens to enjoy the vibrant red leaves. There are also many meadows to appreciate the glittering silver grass, and many other spots to enjoy the autumn colors.

Related destinations:

Nihon Oodori

Nihon Oodori is the first western style street in Japan. It was completed in 1870 and designed by R.H. Blanton. The stately historic buildings such as Kanagawa Prefectural Government, the Yokohama Archives of History, Yokohama District Court, Mitsui & Co.,Ltd. Yokohama building and the old Kanto Local Finance Bureau etc. line the Nihon Oodori. In autumn, open cafes along the road are a popular resting spot with a view of beautifully colored ginkgo.

Silver Grass Plant Community

The Sengokuhara Silver Grass Plains is prided as one of the best in the Kanto Region. Stretching until the vicinity of the southern foot of Mount Kintoki and the northwestern foot of Mount Daigatake, the glimmering Silver Grass Plant Community is one of the sceneries representing Hakone in autumn.

Hase-dera Temple

Hasedera is a historic temple, famous for the principal statue of kannon.(Hase Kannon) The site offers a museum,garden and a scenic view of kamakura.

Momiji-no-sato

This is a new famous spot of the Yugawara area where about 540 trees of Japanese maple are planted. In November, the season for maple leaves, the streets are decorated with the vivid colors of the leaves and many people come to visit.

Yugyō-ji Temple (Oicho, Fujisawa Yugyō-ji Temple Antique Flea Market)

This temple is the main temple of the Jishu sect, founded by Ippen Shonin in the Kamakura period. The highlight of this place is the large Ginkgo Tree which is designated as a natural monument by the city. Also, Every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month, there will be a antique flea market held here.

Oisojoyama Park

Oisojoyama Park is a park where the former Mitsui Zaibatsu owner had his villa as well as where former Prime Minister Shigeru Yoshida spent his last years.

Lake Miyagase (Incline, pleasure cruise, walk)

Largest dam in the metropolitan area and has an area of about 4.6 km2 (approximately 100 Tokyo Dome).

Oyama-dera Temple

This temple is famous for its beautiful autumn leaves. It is designated a National Cultural Property.

Related trips:

Yokohama, Kawasaki

Enjoy autumn leaves at Sankeien Garden, discover traditional Japanese architecture

Duration: 3h45m

Western Area

Okuyugawara - Village hiking course with vibrant Autumn colors

Duration: 5h30m

Central Area

Mount Hakusan Junrei Peak Hiking Course (Junrei Peak・Monomi Peak・Mujinazaka Peak)

Duration: 5h15m

Shonan Area

Michelin-rated Views: Mount Oyama Hike & Autumn Color Illumination

Duration: 9h