.svg)
[2025 Update] 25 Best Autumn Foliage Spots in Fukuoka Prefecture! Spectacular Autumn Scenery You Can Only See at This Time of Year
When you think of autumn outings, the first thing that comes to mind is the autumn leaves.
Why not go and see the spectacular views that can only be seen at this time of year? We will introduce you to some recommended spots in Fukuoka Prefecture, carefully selected by the ARNE editorial team.
*This article is being updated regularly (last updated: October 24, 2025).
*The photo is from the past.
Index
- 1. [Fukuoka City] Momiji Yahata
- 2. Shofuen (Fukuoka City)
- 3. Yusentei Park (Fukuoka City)
- 4. Rakusuien Garden in Fukuoka City
- 5 [Itoshima City] Raizan Sennyoji Daihio-in Temple
- 6. Itoshima City: Kaminari Shrine
- 7. [Sasaguri Town] Donzan Kannonji Temple
- 8. [Dazaifu City] Homangu Kamado Shrine
- 9. [Dazaifu City] Kanzeonji Temple
- 10. [Asakura City] Around Akizuki Castle Ruins
- 11 [Kurume City] Yanagisaka Sone Wax Tree Line
- 12 [Kurume City] Yanagisakayama Eishoji Temple
- 13 [Kurume City] Ishibashi Cultural Center
- 14 [Hirokawa Town] Taiyuan Ginkgo
- 15 [Yame City Yabe Village] Hinatagami Gorge
- 16 [Yabe Village, Yame City] Hidden Land: Somanosato Keiryu Park
- 17 [Kurokicho, Yame City] Green Pal Hyugakamikyo
- 18 [Kurokicho, Yame City] Yamanaka Valley
- 19 [Setakacho, Miyama City] Kiyomizu-dera Temple Main Hall Garden
- 20 [Soeda Town] Approach to Hikosan Shrine
- 21 [Soeda Town] Hikosan Buzenbo Takazumi Shrine
- 22 [Soeda Town] Hikosan Daigongen
- 23 [Kitakyushu City] Shiranoe Botanical Park
- 24 [Kitakyushu City] Sarakurayama Cable Car
- 25 [Chikujo Town] Metasequoia-lined roads around Metase no Mori
[Fukuoka City] Momiji Yahata
Image: Momiji Yahata
Momiji Hachimangu Yahata is a shrine that attracts devout believers as the guardian deity of Sawara, safe childbirth, protection from misfortune, and children. As its name suggests, there are many maple trees within the shrine grounds.
The best time to see the maples is usually in late November. The contrast between the crimson maples, the vermilion shrine building, and the blue sky above is amazing. The branches are also magnificent.
Image: Momiji Yahata
Don't miss the colorful and cute "Momiji Ema" (Emoji Tablets) and the "Momiji Omikuji (Fortune Slips)" handmade by artisans.
Image: Momiji Yahata
The trees within the temple grounds will be lit up until 8:00 PM each day from Saturday, November 22nd to Sunday, November 30th, 2025. This creates a fantastical world that is a little different from the daytime.
Additionally, the Momiji Festival will be held on November 29th (Sat) and November 30th (Sun) from around 3pm to 8pm. There will be many stalls and stage events. Don't miss the festival-exclusive goshuin stamps.
<Spot information>
■ Momiji Hachiman Yahata
Address: 1-26-55 Takatori, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Parking: Available (free, 50 spaces) *During events, parking spaces will be reduced, so
Instagram:@momijihachimangu.official
HP:https://momijihachimangu.or.jp/
List of articles in the "Fukuoka City Sawara Ward Area"
[Fukuoka City] Shofuen
Image: Shofuen
Shofuen, which has a teahouse and a Japanese garden, was developed on the site of Shofuso, the mansion of Zenpachi Tanakamaru, the founder of Fukuoka Tamaya.
The symbolic tree, the Japanese maple, is a giant tree that is over 100 years old. It has seven lobes in its leaves, which are named after the seven characters in the Japanese alphabet, Iroha, Nihoheto. It is a sight to behold during the autumn foliage season.
There is also a picturesque maple tree in the teahouse garden.
Image: Shofuen
You can also enjoy matcha tea (700 yen with seasonal dried sweets) while looking out at the garden.
Image: Shofuen
Nearby are the Fukuoka City Zoological and Botanical Gardens and Josui Street, making it a great place for a stroll.
<Spot information>
■Shofuen
Address: 3-28 Hirao, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Admission fee: 100 yen for adults, 50 yen for junior high school students and younger
Opening hours: 9:00-17:00
Closed: Tuesdays (or the following day if that day is a public holiday), New Year's holidays
HP:https://shofuen.fukuoka-teien.com/
List of articles for "Fukuoka City Chuo Ward Area"
[Fukuoka City] Yusentei Park
Image: Yusentei Park
Yusentei Park was developed as Fukuoka City's first stroll-around Japanese garden with a pond, and is a venerable garden built in the mid-Edo period as an annex (villa) by the sixth lord of the Kuroda clan, Tsugutaka. It is also a Fukuoka City designated Place of Scenic Beauty.
Image: Yusentei Park
There are about 150 maple trees in the garden, which is about 10,000m2 in size, and they are a delight to the eyes from late October to early December. The view from the large hall facing the pond is amazing.
The peak time varies slightly from year to year, but it usually occurs around November 20. Along with the maples, the autumn foliage of the Enkianthus campanulatus is also a sight to behold.
Image: Yusentei Park
October 5th to November 24th, 2025 (Monday, substitute holiday) 6:00 PM
<Spot information>
■Yusentei Park
Address: 1-46 Yusentei, Jonan-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Admission fee: 200 yen for adults, 100 yen for junior high school students and younger
Opening hours: 9:00-17:00
Closed: Mondays (or the following day if that day is a holiday) *Open every day from October 5th (Sun) to November 24th (Mon), 2025 (substitute holiday)
HP:https://yusentei.fukuoka-teien.com/
List of articles for "Jonan Ward, Fukuoka City"
[Fukuoka City] Rakusuien
Image: Rakusuien
Rakusuien is an urban oasis within walking distance of Hakata Station (about 12 minutes) where you can enjoy the autumn leaves.
This Japanese garden was developed on the site of a villa built in 1906 by Hakata merchant Shimozawa Zen'emon Chikamasa.
The best time to see the autumn leaves is from late November to early December. The entire park is decorated with vibrantly colored leaves. The contrast with the "Hakata Wall" is also picturesque.
Image: Rakusuien
<Spot information>
■ Rakusuien
Address: 2-10-7 Sumiyoshi, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Admission fee: 100 yen for adults, 50 yen for junior high school students and younger
Opening hours: 9:00-17:00
Closed: Tuesdays (or the following day if that day is a holiday)
HP:https://rakusuien.fukuoka-teien.com/
[Useful for driving around the area!]
"Hakata Area" Article List
[Itoshima City] Raizan Sennyoji Daihio-in Temple
Image: Itoshima City Tourism Association
The historic temple "Raizan Sennyoji Daihioin," which is said to have been founded in 178 by the monk Seiga Shonin from Mount Vulture Peak in India, is also known as one of the best spots to see autumn leaves in Itoshima.
There is a large maple tree that is about 400 years old and is designated as a natural monument of Fukuoka Prefecture, which turns a deep red in November. The sight of the fallen leaves spread out like a carpet on the beautiful sand and moss is also a spectacular sight.
In addition to the large maple tree, there is also a garden with over 200 maple trees where you can enjoy the autumn colors.
Be sure to also take a look at the wooden standing statue of Thousand-Armed Thousand-Eyed Kannon and the wooden seated statue of Shoga Shonin, both of which are nationally designated Important Cultural Properties made during the Kamakura period!
<Spot information>
■Raizan Sennyoji Daihio-in Temple
Address: 626 Raizan, Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Visiting hours: 9:00-16:30
Admission fee: Free to visit the grounds (however, from November 1st to 30th, adults pay 200 yen), and to view the principal image etc., adults pay 500 yen (400 yen for groups of 20 or more), and children (junior high school students and younger) are free
Parking: Available (150 spaces)
HP:https://sennyoji.or.jp/
Itoshima City Tourism Association Website:https://kanko-itoshima.jp/spot/raizansennyoji/
*It is expected to be crowded during the autumn foliage season. We recommend that you leave with plenty of time.
[Itoshima City] Kaminari Shrine
Image: Itoshima City Tourism Association
If you visit "Raizan Sennyoji Daihio-in Temple", you should definitely visit "Ikazuchi Shrine". It is located a short climb from Daihio-in Temple.
There is a ginkgo tree over 900 years old, a prefecturally designated natural monument, and a Japanese maple tree over 400 years old, and the autumn leaves reach their peak in early November. The carpet of ginkgo trees that covers the entire temple grounds is especially worth seeing.
The shrine grounds are home to the Kannon Cedar, a prefecturally designated natural monument that is over 1,000 years old, creating a mystical atmosphere.
<Spot information>
■Ikazuchi Shrine
Address: 148 Raizan, Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Parking: Available
Itoshima City Tourism Association website:https://kanko-itoshima.jp/spot/ikazuchi-jinja/
"Itoshima Area" Article List
[Sasaguri Town] Donzan Kannonji Temple
Image: Donzan Kannonji Temple
Nomiyama Kannonji Temple is a special head temple of the Koyasan Shingon sect and is affectionately known as "Nomiyama-san."
Every year from the end of October, over a thousand maples, a thousand Enkianthus campanulatus, wild cherry trees, hazels, oak trees and other trees begin to change color, and the entire temple grounds are enveloped in a colorful autumn glow. The best time to see them is around November.
The Enkianthus campanulatus at Hyaku Kannon-do Temple apparently changes color earlier than the maples.
Image: Donzan Kannonji Temple
The Autumn Leaves Festival will be held from Tuesday, October 28th to Monday, November 24th, 2025 (a public holiday). Food trucks and other stalls will be set up on a daily basis.
*Permission is required to take commemorative photos or bring a photographer during the Autumn Leaves Festival. For details, please check the official website of Donzan Kannonji Temple.
During the Autumn Leaves Festival, the rose garden "Kaentei" adjacent to the Yugi Daihoto Pagoda will also be open to the public. Surrounded by maples on all sides, you can enjoy autumn leaves along with autumn roses.
<Spot information>
■Nonzan Kannonji Temple
Address: 227-4 Hagio, Sasaguri-machi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture
Visiting hours: 6:00-17:00
Parking: Available (free)
Instagram:@nomiyama_kannonji_official
HP:https://www.nomiyamakannonji.com/news-momiji-info2025.html
List of articles in the "Kasuya District"
[Dazaifu City] Homangu Kamado Shrine
Image: Homangu Kamado Shrine
Homangu Kamado Shrine is a shrine enshrined at the foot of Mount Homan, which is revered as the mountain where gods reside, and is beloved as the god of matchmaking.
Every year between late November and early December, the approximately 500 maple trees change color, decorating the grounds and turning the approach to the temple into a tunnel of autumn leaves.
From Saturday, November 22nd to Sunday, December 7th, 2025, the temple grounds will be illuminated, creating a magical atmosphere. During this period, special seasonal goshuin stamps will be available, and a stamp rally will also be held.
Additionally, the "Momiji Festival" will be held on Saturday, November 29th and Sunday, November 30th, 2025. In addition to a flea market selling freshly picked vegetables and fruits, freshly ground coffee and seasonal Japanese and Western sweets will also be on sale.
<Spot information>
■ Homangu Kamado Shrine
Address: 883 Uchiyama, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Light-up time: Sunset to 9:00 PM
Amulet gift shop opening hours: 8:30-18:00 (until 21:00 during the illumination period)
Visitation: Open 24 hours
Parking: Available (500 yen for standard cars)
Instagram:@kamadojinja.official
HP:https://kamadojinja.or.jp/
"Dazaifu Area" Article List
[Dazaifu City] Kanzeonji Temple
Image: Dazaifu City
Kanzeonji Temple was built at the request of Emperor Tenchi in memory of Empress Saimei. It was completed in 746 and is a central temple in Kyushu.
There is a lot of greenery within the temple grounds, and every year from mid to late November the trees change color, adding beauty to the tranquil space with the autumn leaves.
Also not to be missed are the 16 Buddhist statues dating from the Heian to Kamakura periods housed in the treasure house (storage facility), which are all important cultural properties of Japan.
<Spot information>
■ Kanzeonji Temple
Address: 5-6-1 Kanzeonji, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Opening hours: 8:00-17:00 (Treasure House 9:00-17:00, last entry 16:30)
Parking: Available (free)
*A separate admission fee is required for the treasure house (storage facility) (600 yen for adults, 400 yen for high school and university students, 150 yen for elementary and junior high school students).
HP:https://kanzeonji.net/
"Dazaifu Area" Article List
[Asakura City] Around Akizuki Castle Ruins
Image: Asakura Tourism Association
Akizuki is a castle town full of charm and is also known as the "Little Kyoto of Chikuzen."
There are about 20 maple trees around the Kuromon Gate of Akizuki Castle ruins, and the contrast between their bright red leaves and the Kuromon Gate is beautiful.
The best time to see the flowers is usually from late November to early December. Every year, the area is crowded with tourists with their cameras ready, starting from early in the morning.
Additionally, Suginobaba Street is lined with outdoor stalls where you can enjoy the scenery while savoring tea and sweets.
Image: Asakura Tourism Association
<Spot information>
■ Akizuki Castle Ruins
Address: Akizuki Wild Bird Park, Asakura City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Parking: None, please use the nearby paid parking lots (regular cars) 400 circle)
*As congestion is expected during the peak season, we recommend using public transportation where possible.
Asakura Tourism Association Website:https://amagiasakura.net/sightseeing_post/akizukijyoseki/
"Akizuki Area" Article List
[Kurume City] Yanagisaka Sone Wax Tree Line
Photo: Kurume Tourism, Convention and International Exchange Association
Yanagisaka Sone Wax-lined Avenue is a row of wax trees planted by the Kurume Domain in 1742 as a source of wax for lamps. Currently, there are about 200 trees remaining, and in autumn they turn a deep red. The best time to see them is usually from late November to early December.
It was designated a natural monument of Fukuoka Prefecture in May 1964, and its scenery is well worth seeing, having been selected as one of the "New 100 Views of Japanese Street Trees" (Yomiuri Shimbun).
Photo: Kurume Tourism, Convention and International Exchange Association
The Yanagisaka Goby Festival will be held from Saturday, November 22nd to Sunday, November 30th, 2025. On Saturday, November 29th and Sunday, November 30th, from 10:00 to 16:00, the special exhibition "The Path of Wax Trees" will also be held at the special venue for the Goby Festival. There will also be a fun raffle and other events.
Additionally, the wax tree-lined street will be closed to vehicles only from 10:00 to 17:00 on November 22nd (Sat), 23rd (Sun), 24th (Mon, holiday), 29th (Sat), and 30th (Sun).
<Spot information>
■ Rows of Wax Trees at Yanagisaka Sone
Address: Toyoda, Yamamotocho, Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Parking: Available (Free: Kurume Ryokuka Center Large Parking Lot (approx. 100 cars), Temporary Parking Lot (approx. 150 cars), Yamamoto Sports Ground (100 cars)
Access: Take Nishitetsu Bus No. 25 from Nishitetsu Kurume Station, get off at Yanagisaka and walk for a short distance
Yanagisaka Goby Festival Website:https://welcome-kurume.com/events/
Website for information on autumn foliage coloring:https://welcome-kurume.com/season/season_11.html
"Kurume Area" Article List
[Kurume City] Yanagisakayama Eishoji Temple
Photo: Kurume Tourism, Convention and International Exchange Association
About a 15-minute walk from the row of wax trees in Yanagisaka Sone, just after entering the hiking trail to Mount Keshikeshi, is Yanagisakasan Eishoji, a temple dedicated to Yakushi Nyorai. It is said to have been founded in 680 AD and is counted as one of Japan's three great Yakushi temples, along with Izumo no Ichibata and Iyo no Yamada.
Also known as "Maple Temple," the temple is filled with the vibrant red and yellow autumn leaves of the Japanese maples and the large ginkgo tree next to the main hall, which is estimated to be over 300 years old. The best time to see the leaves is usually from mid- to late November.
There is a walking path behind the main hall, and at the top of the path is an observation deck. You can enjoy the city view and the beautiful autumn leaves at the same time. You can also see the rows of wax trees of Yanagisaka Sone dyed bright red.
<Spot information>
■Yanagisakayama Eishoji Temple
Address: 2155 Toyoda, Yamamotocho, Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Entrance fee: 200 yen for junior high school students and above
Parking: Available (free, several spaces)
Access: Take Nishitetsu Bus No. 25 from Nishitetsu Kurume Station, get off at Yanagisaka and walk 15 minutes
Kurume Tourism Convention and International Exchange Association website:https://welcome-kurume.com/spots/detail/f4d310f0-8b47-4e81-aeae-13d40f6efb15
Website for information on autumn foliage coloring:https://welcome-kurume.com/season/season_11.html
"Kurume Area" Article List
[Kurume City] Ishibashi Cultural Center
Image: Ishibashi Cultural Center
Ishibashi Cultural Center is a multi-purpose cultural facility that includes the Kurume City Museum of Art, a music hall, a library, and various gardens, including a Japanese garden and a rose garden. It is also famous for its expansive gardens, which are decorated with seasonal flowers, including roses (the Autumn Rose Fair will be held from October 28th to November 24th, 2025), and you can enjoy beautiful autumn foliage from late November to early December every year.
The 100 maple trees, 12 ginkgo trees, and 30 zelkova trees change color, and the Japanese garden and other areas of the park are bathed in autumn colors. The view from the cafe Rakusuitei on the pond is also captivating.
It is lit up at night, and you can enjoy the fantastical "upside-down autumn leaves" reflected on the water surface in the Japanese garden.
The Momiji Festival will be held from Friday, November 21st to Sunday, December 7th, 2025. During this period, there will be events to fully enjoy autumn, such as tree climbing (R), picture book theater, art making, and sweets lessons (advance reservations required; check the website for details).
Image: Ishibashi Cultural Center
<Spot information>
■ Ishibashi Cultural Center
Address: 1015 Nonakacho, Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Admission fee (garden): Free *Some events during the Momiji Festival require an admission fee
Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (until 21:00 during the illumination period)
Parking: Available (200 yen for the first 2 hours, then 100 yen for every 30 minutes thereafter. *Free if you leave within 30 minutes. Maximum 1,000 yen for 24 hours from the time of entry)
Access: 15 minutes on foot from Nishitetsu Kurume Station, or get off at the Nishitetsu Bus "Bunka Center-mae" stop
Website (special site for information on flowers and autumn leaves):https://ishibashi-bunka.jp/hanameguri/
Instagram:@ishibashi_seven_flowers_tour
[Hirokawa Town] Taiyuan Ginkgo
Image: Hirokawa Town Tourism Association
A row of about 80 ginkgo trees in the Taiyuan area. It is privately owned, but thanks to the owner's generosity, it is open to the public only during viewing periods.
The viewing period in 2025 will be from November 18th (Tuesday) to 24th (Monday, public holiday), from 9:00 to 17:00.
The carpet of colored trees and leaves shines golden all over, creating a breathtaking, spectacular sight.
The large branches spread out close to the ground, making it easy to take close-up photos.
Image: Hirokawa Town Tourism Association
Be sure to check the Hirokawa Town Tourism Association website for information about temporary parking and viewing methods.
Be sure to take any trash home with you and leave the place cleaner than when you arrived.
<Spot information>
■Ginkgo trees in Taiyuan
Address: 1004 Kuizumi, Hirokawa-cho, Yame-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture
Viewing period: November 18th (Tue) to 24th (Mon, public holiday), 2025
Viewing hours: 9:00-17:00
Hirokawa Town Tourism Association "About the Ginkgo Trees of Taibaru, Hirokawa Town" website:https://www.hirokankou.org/category/taibaru-ichou/
List of articles for "Yame Area"
[Yame City Yabe Village] Hyugagami Gorge
Image: Yame City Tourism Promotion Division
Hyugagamikyo is located upstream of the Yabe River, where the legend remains that the god of Hyuga descended on a celestial horse. From early to late November, you can enjoy the colorful autumn leaves of the maples that surround the dam lake.
The view from the red arch bridge "Kehogi Bridge," visible in the background of the photo, is amazing.
In addition to the popular power spot, Heart Rock, you can also see seven rocks named after the Seven Lucky Gods, and other spectacular views like a landscape painting made up of intricately layered large rocks.
<Spot information>
■Hyugakamikyo
Address: Kita-Yabe, Yabe Village, Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Parking: Available
List of articles for "Yame Area"
[Yame City Yabe Village] Hidden Land Somanosato Keiryu Park
Photo: Yame City Tourism Promotion Division
From the thrilling Soma Suspension Bridge, which spans the valley at an altitude of 640m, you can see the colorful autumn leaves that fill the mountain valley.
At the Hikyou Somanosato Keiryu Park, you can also try your hand at pottery and stream fishing.
<Spot information>
■ Hidden Land: Somanosato Keiryu Park
Address: 6707-7 Kitayabe, Yabemura, Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Parking: Available
HP:http://www.yabemura.com/somanosato/index.html
List of articles for "Yame Area"
[Kuroki Town, Yame City] Green Pal Hinatakamikyo
Photo: Yame City Tourism Promotion Division
Green Pal Hyugagamikyo is a campsite located next to Matsuse Dam, downstream of Hyugagami Dam, surrounded by rocky mountains on three sides and close to forests and lakes. It's actually a great place to see autumn leaves.
You can enjoy the autumn leaves while enjoying activities such as walks, bird watching, and fishing (fishing equipment rental available).
“Autumn foliage camping” is also great.
<Spot information>
■ Green Pal Hyugashinkyo
Address: 44100-2 Kitaobuchi, Kurogi-cho, Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Parking: Available (30 spaces)
List of articles for "Yame Area"
[Yame City Kurogi Town] Yamanaka Valley
Photo: Yame City Tourism Promotion Division
Yamanaka Valley is the best spot in Kurogi Town to see autumn leaves, so much so that it is also called "Maple Valley."
The scenery, which includes the beautiful rock joints of the "Jubako Rock," the riverbed polished by the running water, and several small waterfalls, is brilliantly colored by the autumn leaves.
You can enjoy the beautiful autumn leaves reflected on the surface of the river while listening to the murmuring of the quiet, clear stream.
Since it has been developed as a park, there are promenades and gazebos along the stream, making it a great place for walking!
<Spot information>
■ Mountain Valley
Address: 10905 Kiya, Kurogi-cho, Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Parking: Available
List of articles for "Yame Area"
[Setakacho, Miyama City] Kiyomizu-dera Temple Main Hall Garden
Image: Miyama City Tourism Association
Located in the northeast of Miyama City, Mount Kiyomizu is home to the ancient temple Kiyomizu-dera, founded by Saicho. This place has been chosen as one of the "500 Beautiful Walking Paths" (by the Japan Walking Association), and is especially beautiful and worth seeing during the autumn foliage season.
Among them, the nationally designated scenic spot "Kiyomizu-dera Temple Main Temple Garden," which is said to have been created by Sesshu during the Muromachi period, is a must-see.
The beauty of nature and man-made things blends beautifully together, and each season has its own charm, but the autumn leaves season, which usually runs from late November to early December, is particularly beautiful. The view from the veranda is very tasteful.
<Spot information>
■ Kiyomizu-dera Temple Main Hall Garden
Address: 1117-4 Motoyoshi, Setaka-cho, Miyama City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Garden preservation fee: 300 yen for adults
Visiting hours: 9:00-17:00
Closed: 18th and Mondays of every month (except November)
Parking: Available (100 spaces)
HP:https://www.kiyomizudera-fukuoka.com/
List of articles for "Chikugo Area"
[Soeda Town] Approach to Hikosan Shrine
Image: Tagawa Regional Tourism Association
Mount Hiko, located on the border between Fukuoka and Oita prefectures, is a sacred mountain that has been worshipped as a mountain of ascetic practices since ancient times.
The 3km approach to the Kamimiya Shrine of Hikosan Shrine at the summit is a famous spot for viewing autumn leaves. Every year, the maples around the Kamimiya Shrine start to change color between late October and early November, and the leaves slowly move to the foot of the mountain, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful scenery for a long period of time.
In addition to the ginkgo tree next to the bronze torii gate (Kane-no-torii), a nationally designated Important Cultural Property located at the entrance to the shrine, there is a wide variety of maple and other autumn leaves, and the mountain is brilliantly colored with a variety of greens, yellows, reds and crimsons.
We also recommend enjoying the view of the autumn leaves below from the summit, which can also be enjoyed from the slope car.
Image: Tagawa Regional Tourism Association
<Spot information>
■Hikosan Shrine
Address: 1 Hikosan, Soeda-cho, Tagawa-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture
Parking: Available
HP:https://hikosanjingu.or.jp/
List of articles for "Chikuho Area"
[Soeda Town] Hikosan Buzenbo Takazumi Shrine
Image: Tagawa Regional Tourism Association
The autumn foliage at the parking lot of Hikosan Buzenbo Takasumi Shrine, lined with large maples, is a spectacular sight. The best time to see them is usually in early November.
<Spot information>
■ Hikosan Buzenbo Takazumi Shrine
Address: 27 Hikosan, Soeda-machi, Tagawa-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture
Parking: Available
List of articles for "Chikuho Area"
[Soeda Town] Hikosan Daigongen
Image: Tagawa Regional Tourism Association
If you visit Mt. Hiko, you should also visit Hikosan Daigongen. It is located halfway up Mt. Hiko, right next to Hikosan Onsen Shakunageso.
The entire vast grounds, including the gardens and the area around the branch temple's Acala statue shown in the photo above, are colored with colorful autumn leaves, creating a world reminiscent of a woodblock print.
The best time to see the flowers is usually early November.
<Spot information>
■Hikosan Daigongen
Address: Fukuoka Prefecture, Tagawa District, Soeda Town, Hikosan, Kashigaya
Parking: Available
HP:http://hikosandaigongen.com/
List of articles for "Chikuho Area"
[Kitakyushu City] Shiranoe Botanical Garden
Photo: Shiranoe Botanical Park Management Office
Shiranoe Botanical Garden is located on a small hill facing the Suo-Nada Sea on the eastern side of Moji Ward, Kitakyushu City. With a theme of nostalgic Japanese landscapes, you can enjoy seasonal flower scenery throughout the year.
During the autumn foliage season, the approximately 800 Japanese maples and other trees display magnificent colors.
As the sea is nearby and temperatures are mild, the leaves change color slowly, and the best time to see them is usually from late November to early December.
Photo: Shiranoe Botanical Park Management Office
<Spot information>
■ Shiranoe Botanical Garden
Address: 2 Shiranoe, Moji-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture
Admission fee: 300 yen for adults, 150 yen for elementary and junior high school students
Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (entrance until 16:30)
Closed: Tuesdays (or the following day if the Tuesday is a public holiday), New Year's holiday from December 29th to January 3rd (open every day from February to June and September to November)
Parking: Available (84 spaces, 300 yen for regular cars, 1,000 yen for medium and large vehicles)
Instagram:@shiranoebotanicalgardens
HP:https://shiranoe.com/
List of articles for "Kitakyushu Area"
[Kitakyushu City] Sarakurayama Cable Car
Image: Sarakura Tozan Railway Co., Ltd.
Sarakurayama is a night view spot representing Kitakyushu City, which was certified as one of the "New Top Three Night View Cities in Japan" (Night View Tourism Convention Bureau, a general incorporated association) in 2022. From an altitude of 622m, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Kitakyushu city, a beautiful view also known as the "10 billion dollar night view." It has also been selected as one of the "New Top Three Night Views of Japan" and "Top 100 Night Views" (New Top Three Night Views of Japan and Top 100 Night Views Secretariat).
The charm of Mount Sarakura isn't limited to the nighttime. It is also rich in nature, and you can enjoy the autumn leaves in the fall.
The view from the 360-degree glass-walled cable car windows is particularly spectacular. The best time to see the view is usually from late November to early December.
Image: Sarakura Tozan Railway Co., Ltd.
Enjoy the changing scenery over the 1,100m journey from base station to summit station, with an elevation difference of just over 440m, over the course of about 6 minutes.
The area along the line will also be lit up at night.
<Spot information>
■ Sarakurayama Cable Car & Slope Car
Address: 1481-1 Ogura, Yahata Ward, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Opening hours: <April to October> 10:00-22:00 (last ascent 21:20), <November to March> 10:00-20:00 (last ascent 19:20)
Round-trip cable car and slope car ticket: Adults (junior high school students and above) 1,230 yen, Children (elementary school students and below) 620 yen
Closed: Every Tuesday (except for public holidays and December 24, 2024)
Parking: Available (100 yen for up to 2 hours) *Times vary after this.)
Instagram:@sarakurayama.cablecar
HP:https://www.sarakurayama-cablecar.co.jp/
List of articles for "Kitakyushu Area"
[Chikujo Town] Metasequoia tree-lined road around Metase no Mori
Image: Chikujo Town Hall
Behind the Chikujo Town Product Center "Metase no Mori" is a 50-meter-long "metasequoia" tree-lined road. Every year around the end of November, the trees turn a brick red and are at their best.
Image: Chikujo Town Hall
The carpet of fallen leaves that forms after the leaves change color is especially beautiful. It looks like a scene from a movie.
Image: Chikujo Town Hall
You can also enjoy the collaboration between the autumn leaves and the F4 Fighter Plane (F-4EJ Kai), affectionately known as the "Phantom," which is on display in the Metase Forest lawn plaza.
There is also a "Playground Plaza" with large, complex play equipment, so it is recommended for families with children.
<Spot information>
■ Metasequoia Tree-Lined Avenue around Metasequoia Forest
Address: 765 Yuminoshi, Chikujo-cho, Chikujo-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture
Metase no Mori Business hours: 8:00-18:00
Parking: Available (free, Metase no Mori parking lot)
Access: 5 minutes by car from JR Tsuiki Station
Chikujo Town Website:https://www.town.chikujo.fukuoka.jp/map2/010/metase.html
[Useful for driving around the area!]
List of articles for "Kitakyushu Area"
What did you think? Use this as a reference and be sure to go out and try it out. (Text/ARNE Editorial Department)
[Reference/Image]*Shofuen Garden, Yusentei Park, Rakusuien Garden, Momiji Yahata, Donzan Kannonji Temple, Dazaifu City, Kamado Shrine, Asakura Tourism Association, Kurume Tourism Convention and International Exchange Association (Public Interest Foundation), Ishibashi Cultural Center, Hirokawa Town Tourism Association, Yame City Momiji Tourism Promotion Division, Itoshima City Tourism Association, Miyama City Tourism Association, Tagawa Wide Area Tourism Association, Shiranoe Botanical Garden Management Office, Sarakura Tozan Railway Co., Ltd., Chikujo Town Hall
#Breathtaking viewCheck them all out!
#Fukuoka Prefecture #Around Fukuoka #Around Kitakyushu
#Around Chikugo #Chikuho area
#Itoshima #Hakata #Dazaifu
#drive #go out
⇒【NEW】Click here for the latest information on Fukuoka
＜Other articles you may like＞
◆[Fukuoka Prefecture] 25 Stunning Autumn Foliage Spots
◆[Konmari's] Plan to declutter your home before the end of the year <1>
◆[Updated every Wednesday] Evelourdes Haruka's 12 Zodiac Signs
