Rather, they’re catch-all terms for “leaf peeping,” or viewing the fall colours. In practice, momiji-gari and koyo do not refer exclusively to maple leaves. It derives from momiji (red leaves, or maple tree), and kari (hunting).
Momiji-gari literally means “hunting red leaves,” which is the main draw for many visitors to Japan in autumn. Naturally, this means engaging in the ultimate autumn pastime - momiji-gari (also known as koyo). Of course, one of the best parts of fall in Japan is the colours. And after the heat and humidity of summer, a dip in the onsen at a traditional ryokan suddenly becomes a warming respite from the bracing chill of autumn air. ( Hungry? Read more about Japanese cuisine.)Īutumn also brings orange osmanthus, blood-red spider lilies, and chrysanthemums in their delicate pastel glory. Think chestnuts and freshly harvested rice, fragrant pine mushroom broth, oily grilled Pacific mackerel, pumpkin soup, and sweet persimmons. The falling temperatures signal the return of comforting fall flavours. Temperatures are cool but mild, ranging from about 45 Fahrenheit (7 Celsius) in the evening in late autumn, to as high as 75 F (24 C) on warm September days.Īs summer gives way to autumn, the weather gets cooler and the leaves begin to change, creating breathtaking vistas of vibrant red, orange, and yellow leaves in the country’s many forests. As in other temperate regions of the northern hemisphere, the fall season lasts roughly from mid September, through October and November, and into early December. In my book, autumn in Japan outshines spring (and cherry blossom season) for its many delights.Īutumn in Japan is one of the country’s most beautiful seasons, most would agree.
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