@jrpass: #CapCutAutumn in Japan is here, and koyo season might be the most underrated time to visit the country. Between late September and early December, Japan's autumn foliage moves from Hokkaido's mountains down to Kyoto's temple gardens, turning entire regions red and gold, one at a time. It's one of Japan's two biggest travel seasons alongside cherry blossoms, just with chestnut rice and grilled sanma instead of picnics under sakura. If you're planning a fall trip to Japan, here's what it looks like: temple courtyards lit up in maple red, roasted sweet potatoes from street carts, outdoor onsens with snow-dusted peaks and burning maple trees in the same view. Cooler weather, a slower pace, and finally a reason to stop and look out the window. Wondering when to visit Japan for autumn leaves? Koyo season runs roughly late September through early December depending on the region, so timing is everything for a Japan autumn itinerary. And that's where a JR Pass comes in: ride the Shinkansen and local trains between regions and watch the whole country change color, without planning every transfer yourself. Autumn in Japan doesn't stick around long. Ready to plan your trip? Link in bio.

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Tuesday 03 November 2026 17:56:49 GMT