A must-visit spot for the autumn leaves season in Nikko, Japan! Miss it and wait another year

Beautiful autumn scenery, a must-see in this lifetime!✨
The autumn leaves in Nikko, Japan are absolutely stunning! If you want to experience a unique autumn view, you must come to Nikko to see the autumn leaves waterfall~🍂

🌿 Recommended places to enjoy autumn leaves in Nikko:

✅ Nikko National Park:
This area gathers several top-level autumn leaf viewing spots~

📍 Kegon Falls
Address: Hosoocho, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture
Opening hours: Open all day
Best viewing period: Early October to early November
The waterfall cascades down from a height of 90 meters, surrounded by mountains dressed in layers of orange, yellow, green, and red leaves, creating a dynamic painting with the rushing water!📸

📍 Lake Chuzenji
Address: Chugushi, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture
Opening hours: Open all day
The lake water is as clear as blue glass, and the entire lakeside is lined with fiery red maple leaves. Every photo looks like a postcard! Not taking pictures here is a wasted trip!🤳

📍 Toshogu Shrine
Address: 2301 Yamauchi, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture
Opening hours: 8:00-17:00 (until 16:00 from November to March)
Admission: 1300 yen
A national treasure shrine with over 400 years of history, the magnificent ancient buildings paired with colorful autumn leaves create a perfect classical aesthetic!🏯

📍 Irohazaka
Address: Hosoocho, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture
Best viewing period: Mid-October to mid-November
This mountain road, known as "Japan's most beautiful winding road," is breathtaking when the maple leaves bloom on both sides! Driving through the red leaf tunnel is so romantic~🚗

❣️ Extra surprise check-in spots:
📍 Nikko Futarasan Shrine
📍 Rinnoji Temple
Both are secret autumn leaf spots with fewer crowds and beautiful scenery!

💡 Tips:
Hotels are extremely busy during the autumn leaves season!! It is recommended to book at least 2-3 months in advance~
Best viewing period: Mid-October to early November
Outfit suggestion: Light-colored clothes look better in photos👗

Post by Pixel~Simmons | Oct 18, 2025

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