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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👗
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Posted: Oct 18, 2025
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