FALL FOLIAGE FORECAST IN JAPAN 2022
When it comes to Japan’s autumn, one of the things that will first come into mind for many is definitely the fall foliage. Those who are in Japan during this season can enjoy the beautiful view here, colored with the red and golden shade of leaves covering the entire country.

Description: When it comes to Japan’s autumn, one of the things that will first come into mind for many is definitely the fall foliage. Those who are in Japan during this season can enjoy the beautiful view here, colored with the red and golden shade of leaves covering the entire country.
Autumn is one of the best times of the year in Japan, as well as one of the best occasions to see the country colored in the red and golden foliage shade.
In this article, GoEMON will introduce you to Japan’s 2022 fall foliage forecast so that you - either a resident or a visitor, can have the best preparations to welcome the fall foliage season.
Japan fall foliage forecast
For 2022’s autumn, it is estimated that the fall foliage season will begin in mid-October for Northern Japan, and November will be the peak month for Tokyo, Kyoto, and other famous tourist destinations.
Regions and locations: Estimated time
- Hokkaido: Late September to late October
- Tohoku: Early October to early November
- Kanto: Late October to early December
- Chubu: Late October to early December
- Kansai: Early November to early December
- Chugoku: Early November to late November
- Shikoku: Mid-November to early December
- Kyushu: Early November to late November
- Daisetsuzan National Park: Early September to early October
- Aomori: Early October to late October
- Towada Lake: Early October to late October
- Iwate: Early October to late October
- Miyagi: Mid-October to early November
- Alpine Route: Mid-October to mid-November
- Takayama: Mid-October to mid-November
- Sakurayama: Early November to late November
- Kamakura: Mid-November to early December
- Aichi: Early November to late November
- Nagoya: Mid-November to early December
- Tokyo: Late November to early December
- Kyoto: Mid-November to early December
- Nikko: Early October to mid-November
- Nara: Early November to early December
- Osaka: Mid-November to early December
- Mt. Fuji region : Early November to early December
- Hakone: Early November to late November
- Miyajima: Early November to late November
- Arashiyama: Late November to early December
Depending on the temperature, region, and year. Therefore, the above information is for reference only and you should still double-check before going to see the fall foliage.
In our next article, GoEMON will suggest a few destinations where you could best see the fall foliage. Don’t forget to stay tuned!
If you have any questions, feel free to comment down below!