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Nagoya Autumn Leaves 2023 Special Feature

Nagoya Autumn Leaves 2023 Special Feature





Get an introduction to the must-see fall color spots in Nagoya and the surrounding area. Many of the featured spots also offer nighttime illumination for a magical atmosphere different than the daytime.
A variety of events are held together with the fall leaves season, be sure to check them out!

City of Nagoya

Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens

Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Rest area beside Koyo Kiln

Around 500 broadleaf trees including Japanese maples and Japanese red maples offer their beauty with one of the most beautiful reflections off the water's surface in Nagoya.

Best viewing time: Mid-Nov–early Dec (approx. 500 Japanese maples, Japanese red maples, and more)
Operation hours: 9:00 am–4:50 (admission until 4:30 pm)
Closed: Mon (the following day if Mon coincides with a national holiday or make-up holiday)
Price: 500 yen for adults / Free for junior high school students and younger
Address: 3-70 Higashiyama Moto-machi, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
Directions: • 3-min. walk from Exit 3 of Higashiyama Koen Station on the Higashiyama Subway Line.
• 7-min. walk from Exit 6 of Hoshigaoka Station on the Higashiyama Subway Line.

Notes:
• Hoshigaoka Station is a better choice for those coming to collect leaves.


Event info
■ Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens leaf collecting (Japanese)
Period: Sat, Nov 11—Sun, Dec 3, 2023
■ Autumn leaves illumination
Period: Fri, Nov 17–Sun, Nov 19 and Thu, Nov 23 (national holiday)–Sun, Nov 26, 2023

Notes:
• Part of the botanical garden area's operation hours are extended into the night.

Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens

Tokugawaen Garden

Tokugawaen Garden

This Japanese garden's hours of operation are lengthened for a nighttime illumination letting you see a whole new aura different than the daytime and imparting a sense of peace.

Best viewing time: Mid-Nov–early Dec (approx. 100 maples and more)
Operation hours:
• 9:30 am–5:30 pm (Typical hours. Admission until 5:00 pm.)
• 9:30 am–8:00 pm (Illumination period. Admission until 7:30 pm.)
Closed: Mon
Price: 300 yen for adults / Free for junior high school students and younger
Address: 1001 Tokugawa-cho, Higashi-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
Directions: Near Nagoya Sightseeing Route Bus Me~guru's Tokugawaen / The Tokugawa Art Museum / Hosa Bus Stop.

Event info
■ Clad in Brocade: Tokugawaen Maple Festival (Japanese)
Period: Tue, Nov 14–Sun, Dec 10, 2023
■ Autumn leaves illumination
Period: Fri, Nov 17–Sun, Nov 19 and Thu, Nov 23 (national holiday)–Sun, Nov 26, 2023

Tokugawaen Garden
Tokugawaen Garden
Tokugawaen Garden

Shirotori Garden

Shirotori Garden

A large-scale flower arrangement display is held during the peak of nearly 1,500 various trees, including Japanese maples and white enkianthus. Tea ceremonies are held at the Suiu-Tei Teahouse, letting you appreciate the fall colors as you sip on a warm cup of tea, as well as a friendly market on the lawn. Enjoy the vivid seasonal colors as they reflect off the water's surface and are lit up during the festival period for surreal scenes of beauty.

Best viewing time: Late Nov–early Dec (approx. 1,500 maples and more)
Operation hours: 9:00 am–5:00 pm (admission until 4:30 pm)
Closed: Mon (the following weekday if Mon coincides with a national holiday)
Price: 300 yen for adults / Free for junior high school students and younger (Free entry planned for Sun, Nov 19 in commemoration of the park's November designation as the first in Nagoya.)
Address: 2-5 Atsuta Nishi-machi, Atsuta-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
Directions: 10-min. walk from Exit 4 of Atsuta Jingu Nishi Station on the Tsurumai Subway Line / Meitetsu Line.

Event info
■ Autumn leaves illumination (Japanese)
Period: Fri, Sat, Sun, and national holidays during Sat, Nov 18–Sun, Dec 3

Notes:
• Illumination sundown–8:00 pm (admission until 7:30 pm)
• Entry available from main gate only after 5:00 pm (north gate closed).

Shirotori Garden
Shirotori Garden
Shirotori Garden

Yagotosan Koshoji Temple

Yagotosan Koshoji Temple

An array of maple tree varieties paints the temple premises in the shades of autumn. Of particular beauty are the views inside Fumon-En Garden and from the Chikusui-Tei Teahouse.

Best viewing time: Late Nov–early Dec (approx. 100 maples and more)
Operation hours: All day (Sutra submission office: 8:00 am–5:00 pm / Fumon-En Garden visitation: 10:00 am–4:00 pm)
Closed: None (Fumon-En Garden visitation: irregular holidays occur)
Price: 500 yen to visit Fumon-En Garden (Reservation required. Check official site to confirm days of operation.)
Address: 78 Yagoto Hon-machi, Showa-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
Directions: 3-min. walk from Exit 1 of Yagoto Station on the Meitetsu Line / Tsurumai Subway Line.

Yagotosan Koshoji Temple
Yagotosan Koshoji Temple
Yagotosan Koshoji Temple

Yokiso Garden

Around 100 trees, such as Japanese maples, dye Yokiso Garden in shades of red and gold. Delight in the different views available in the North Garden and among the retro Choshokaku building in the South Garden.

Best viewing time: Late Nov–early Dec (approx. 100 Japanese maples and more)
Operation hours: 9:30 am–4:30 pm
Closed: Mon (the directly following weekdays if Mon coincides with a national holiday)
Price: 300 yen for adults / Free for junior high school students and younger (Choshokaku Building in the South Garden. Admission to the North Garden free of charge.)
Address: 2-5-17 Ho'o-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
Directions: Approx. 10-min. walk north from Exit 1 of Kakuozan Station on the Higashiyama Subway Line.

Yokiso Garden
Yokiso Garden
Yokiso Garden

Meijo Park

Meijo Park

Meijo Park lies a stone's throw away from Nagoya Castle, near Nagoya Station and the Sakae area in downtown Nagoya. Though it's located in this booming metropolis, it offers relaxing walks and a chance to spend time in a relaxed environment as you take in the colors.

Best viewing time: Mid- – late Nov (Ginkgo, trident maples, varieties of Japanese maples, Yoshino cherry trees, and other trees whose leaves turn with the arrival of fall are scattered around the park. Enjoy the leisurely atmosphere under the row of zelkovas.)
Address: 1 Meijo, Kita-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
Directions: 3-min. walk from Exit 2 of Meijo Koen Station on the Meijo Subway Line.

Meijo Park
Meijo Park
Meijo Park

City of Seto

Jokoji Temple / Jokoji Park

Jokoji Temple / Jokoji Park

Jokoji Temple is designated a national important cultural property and its nearby Jokoji Park is almost equally famous for its beautiful autumn hues. The temple and park both enjoy a lovely grade of bright reds throughout their premises.

Best viewing time: Mid-Nov–early Dec (approx. 200 Japanese maples, maples, and more)
Address: 373 Jokoji-cho, Seto-shi, Aichi
Directions: Approx. 25-min. walk from Jokoji Station on the JR Chuo Line.

Jokoji Temple / Jokoji Park
Jokoji Temple / Jokoji Park
Jokoji Temple / Jokoji Park

City of Toyota

Korankei Gorge

Korankei Gorge

Around 4,000 maple varieties paint Mt. Iimori in spectacular colors. The reflection of the red and yellow mountain off Tomoe River is another breathtaking scene.

Best viewing time: Mid- – late Nov (11 varieties of approx. 4,000 maples)
Address: Iimori, Asuke-cho, Toyota-shi, Aichi
Directions: Direct shuttle bus from Yakusa Station on the Aichi Loop Line; Sat, Nov 11–Thu, Nov 30

Event info
■ 68th Korankei Gorge Maple Festival (Japanese with some English)
Period: Wed, Nov 1–Thu, Nov 30, 2023
Illumination: Sundown–9:00 pm

Korankei Gorge
Korankei Gorge
Korankei Gorge

City of Inuyama

Jakkoin Temple

Jakkoin Temple

Inuyama City's Jakkoin Temple is known as the Owari area's Maple Temple with around 1,000 maple trees in the temple premises offering jaw-dropping scenery. Each year during the maple festival, the area's famous sweetfish sushi (sushi rolls with sweetfish simmered in a sweet sauce) is available to much acclaim.

Best viewing time: Mid-Nov–early Dec (1,000 Japanese and other varieties of maples)
Address: 12 Suginodan, Tsugao, Inuyama-shi, Aichi
Directions: 2 km upstream along the Kiso River after getting off at Inuyama Yuen Station on the Meitetsu Line (approx. 20-min. walk or 5-min. taxi ride).

Event info
■ Jakkoin Temple Maple Festival (Japanese)
Period: Sun, Nov 5–Tue, Dec 5, 2023

City of Tokai

Shurakuen Park

Shurakuen Park

Beautiful fall leaves frame the park's Great Buddha for an unforgettable view. The park and Great Buddha are illuminated at night for a different feel than that of the daytime.

Best viewing time: Mid-Nov–early Dec (Six varieties of approx. 500 Japanese and other maples)
Address: Nishi Maruyama, Arao-machi, Tokai-shi, Aichi
Directions: 5-min. walk east from Shurakuen Station on the Meitetsu Tokoname Line.

Event info
■ Shurakuen Park Maple Festival (Japanese)
Period: Sat, Nov 25–Sun, Dec 10, 2023 (Great Buddha illumination lasts until Sun, Dec 3)
Illumination: 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

Shurakuen Park
Shurakuen Park Great Buddha illumination
Shurakuen Park
Maple illumination

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