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Famous Locations in Kanto Region for autumn colors
Nikko – Tochigi Prefecture
| Typical viewing dates | Typically mid-October to late November |
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| Location | Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture |
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Things to see
The Shrines and Temples of Nikko are a World Heritage Site, and the autumn trees have brilliant colors, particularly at their height. The beauty of the autumn colors around the cultural treasures make this a must-see in autumn. There are spots for autumn leaves to be found in Nikko in addition to those around the shrines and temples. The trees in the vicinity provide the most magnificent autumn colors in all of the Kanto region, and those of Lake Yunoko color the lakeside and Iroha Zaka, hills with sequential kana markers placed at each curve. Other wonderful locations are Senjogahara with grasses and bushes that turn beautiful autumn colors, and Kegon Autumn and Ryuzu Autumns, noted for their beauty.
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Use your JR East Pass to see the autumn beauty of Nikko at great savings.
Ueno Park – Tokyo
| Typical viewing dates | Typically from late November to early December |
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| Location | Taito-ku, Tokyo |
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Ueno Park was designated as a public park, the first in Japan, in 1873. The park grounds include a zoo, science and art museums and other cultural facilities, as well as temples, a mix of old and new that people of all ages come to see. The mountain in Ueno Park, known as one of the best spots in Tokyo for cherry blossoms, is also wonderful for autumn leaves, with views of brilliant maples and ginkgos everywhere.
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Recommended prepaid e-money card and pass
For moving about Tokyo, we recommend the Suica, a pass for train fare so you don't have to stop to buy tickets at the vending machines.
This pass is valid for one day of unlimited rides on regular cars on local and rapid trains (unreserved seating), subways, the Nippori-Toneri Liner, Tokyo Toden streetcar and the Toei Bus system within the 23 Special Wards of Tokyo.
Highly recommended, this pass provides one day of unlimited rides on regular cars on local and rapid trains (unreserved seating) within the 23 Special Wards of Tokyo.
Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gu Shrine – Kanagawa Prefecture
| Typical viewing dates | Typically from late November to early December |
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| Location | Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Visitor information | 365 days a year Hours: 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., year-round Admission: There is no admission charge |
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The grounds of Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gu Shrine, known as a symbol of Kamakura, are filled with historical structures. The ample natural features can be enjoyed throughout the seasons of the year, and in fall, the leaves color the temple grounds in a mysterious manner.
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Recommended prepaid e-money card and pass
For moving about Tokyo, we recommend the Suica, a pass for train fare so you don't have to stop to buy tickets at the vending machines.
We recommend this pass for a day of unlimited travel in the Kamakura-Enoshima area on JR lines, Enoshima Electric Railway and the Shonan Monorail to enjoy the temples and shrines of the former capital of Kamakura and for strolls around the Enoshima area.
