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Not to be outdone by its rival the spring Cherry Blossom, Japan’s autumn leaves are fast becoming a ‘must see’ attraction in their own right. As summer gives way to Aki (autumn), the cooler weather brings to life a breathtaking display of colour. Vivid and intense, the red, orange, and yellow foliage of the autumn leave create an iridescent sparkle throughout the country.

Classified as either Koyo (foliage with red and yellow colours) or Momiji (intensely red maple leaves) the Autumn leaves viewing season – Momijigari has been inspiring artists and poets for centuries. Embedded as a key festival on the calendar with friends and families coming together to celebrate with maple flavoured foods, drinks and decorations.  

Significantly, in the Buddhist faith it is a period of importance both spiritually and symbolically as it reminds us that life is transient, inspiring intentions and wishes. 

Of course, the best way to experience this fascinating natural wonder is on tour with us. Typically, the best viewing opportunities lie between early October through to early December, sometimes as early as mid-September in the north, depending on local conditions. 

Explore our Japan tours now to ensure you don’t miss out. 

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Autumn Leaf Departures

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Autumn Leaf 04 Oct 2025 20 Oct 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,990 £7,490
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Autumn Leaf 05 Oct 2025 21 Oct 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,790 £7,290
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Autumn Leaf 07 Oct 2025 23 Oct 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,990 £7,490
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Autumn Leaf 08 Oct 2025 24 Oct 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,790 £7,290
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Autumn Leaf 10 Oct 2025 26 Oct 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 £7,990
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Autumn Leaf 10 Oct 2025 22 Oct 2025 Japan & the Scenic South 13 was £6,790 £6,290
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Autumn Leaf 11 Oct 2025 21 Oct 2025 Jewels of Japan 11 was £6,290 £5,790
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Autumn Leaf 11 Oct 2025 27 Oct 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,790 £7,290
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Autumn Leaf 11 Oct 2025 24 Oct 2025 Journey through Japan 14 £7,090
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Autumn Leaf 12 Oct 2025 28 Oct 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,790 £7,290
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Autumn Leaf 13 Oct 2025 23 Oct 2025 Jewels of Japan 11 was £6,290 £5,790
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Autumn Leaf 13 Oct 2025 25 Oct 2025 Scenic South Korea 13 £6,690
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Autumn Leaf 13 Oct 2025 25 Oct 2025 Off-Beat Japan 13 was £6,690 £6,190
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Autumn Leaf 14 Oct 2025 30 Oct 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,790 £7,290
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Autumn Leaf 15 Oct 2025 31 Oct 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,790 £7,290
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Autumn Leaf 16 Oct 2025 01 Nov 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 £7,990
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Autumn Leaf 17 Oct 2025 24 Oct 2025 A Week in Japan 8 was £4,890 £4,390
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Autumn Leaf 18 Oct 2025 28 Oct 2025 Jewels of Japan 11 was £6,290 £5,790
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Autumn Leaf 18 Oct 2025 03 Nov 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,790 £7,290
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Autumn Leaf 19 Oct 2025 31 Oct 2025 Discover Japan 13 was £8,190 £7,690
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Autumn Leaf 19 Oct 2025 04 Nov 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,990 £7,490
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Autumn Leaf 19 Oct 2025 04 Nov 2025 Best of Japan 17 was £7,990 £7,490
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Autumn Leaf 20 Oct 2025 27 Oct 2025 A Week in Japan 8 was £4,890 £4,390
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Autumn Leaf 20 Oct 2025 01 Nov 2025 Scenic South Korea 13 was £6,690 £6,190
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Autumn Leaf 20 Oct 2025 30 Oct 2025 Experience Japan 11 was £6,590 £6,090
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Autumn Leaf 20 Oct 2025 08 Nov 2025 Ancient Empires of China & Japan 20 was £7,790 £7,290
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Autumn Leaf 21 Oct 2025 06 Nov 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,790 £7,290
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Autumn Leaf 22 Oct 2025 07 Nov 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 £7,990
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Autumn Leaf 25 Oct 2025 10 Nov 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 £7,990
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Autumn Leaf 25 Oct 2025 07 Nov 2025 Journey through Japan 14 was £7,090 £6,590
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Autumn Leaf 26 Oct 2025 11 Nov 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,790 £7,290
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Autumn Leaf 26 Oct 2025 07 Nov 2025 Discover Japan 13 was £6,590 £6,090
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Autumn Leaf 26 Oct 2025 11 Nov 2025 Best of Japan 17 was £7,990 £7,490
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Autumn Leaf 27 Oct 2025 06 Nov 2025 Jewels of Japan 11 was £6,290 £5,790
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Autumn Leaf 27 Oct 2025 08 Nov 2025 Scenic South Korea 13 was £6,690 £6,190
Available
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Autumn Leaf 27 Oct 2025 06 Nov 2025 Experience Japan 11 £6,590
Available
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Autumn Leaf 27 Oct 2025 15 Nov 2025 Ancient Empires of China & Japan 20 was £7,790 £7,290
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Autumn Leaf 28 Oct 2025 13 Nov 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,790 £7,290
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Autumn Leaf 30 Oct 2025 11 Nov 2025 Discover Japan 13 was £6,590 £6,090
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Autumn Leaf 31 Oct 2025 16 Nov 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £9,790 £9,290
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Autumn Leaf 01 Nov 2025 11 Nov 2025 Jewels of Japan 11 was £6,290 £5,790
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Autumn Leaf 01 Nov 2025 17 Nov 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,990 £7,490
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Autumn Leaf 02 Nov 2025 18 Nov 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,790 £7,290
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Autumn Leaf 02 Nov 2025 14 Nov 2025 Discover Japan 13 was £6,690 £6,190
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Autumn Leaf 02 Nov 2025 18 Nov 2025 Best of Japan 17 was £7,990 £7,490
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Autumn Leaf 03 Nov 2025 15 Nov 2025 Scenic South Korea 13 was £6,690 £6,440
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Autumn Leaf 03 Nov 2025 13 Nov 2025 Jewels of Japan 11 was £6,290 £5,790
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Autumn Leaf 03 Nov 2025 13 Nov 2025 Experience Japan 11 was £6,590 £6,090
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Autumn Leaf 03 Nov 2025 15 Nov 2025 Off-Beat Japan 13 was £6,690 £6,190
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Autumn Leaf 04 Nov 2025 20 Nov 2025 Japan Uncovered 17 was £7,790 £7,290
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Autumn Leaves at a Glance

We all enjoy a good fact or two - here are a few useful ones about Autumn Leaves:

Where to see them
All of Japan
Where to see them
When to see them
October to
December
When to see them
Best Photo Spot
Ueno Park,
Tokyo
Best Photo Spot
Themed Food
Chestnuts &
Persimmons
Themed Food
Time in Fall
Approx
2.5 months
Time in Fall

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