Korankei

Korankei is located in Asuke Town, Okumikawa National Park, backed by Mount Iimori. It is situated at the intersection of the upper reaches of the Asuke River and the Yahagi River. It is said that the monk Sanei from Kojakuji Temple on Mount Iimori planted the first maple trees in 1634. By the end of the Taisho period, local residents had planted a large number of Japanese maples and large-leaved maples along the creek, creating the magnificent scenery we see today. In autumn, over 4,000 maple trees on the mountains gradually turn yellow, green, yellow, orange, and red, creating a landscape known as the 'Five-Colored Maples.' The reflections dye the surface of the Yahagi River red, adding to the beauty of the flowing water, making it the most beautiful autumn foliage scenery in the Tokai region.