JAPAN
Photo by Takahiro Takiguchi

Photo by Takahiro Takiguchi ()

As autumn sets in and the leaves start transforming Japan’s forests and mountains into golden, fiery and crimson hues, an almost primal urge calls us to flock to this magical flora on outings and countryside cruise. Nikko, Lake Chuzenjiko, Yudaki Falls and the Hatomachi-toge are famed fall viewing spots on the Kanto Plain, where you can enjoy the autumn beauty made up of colorful leaves, emerald-colored lake and splashing white water on waterfalls.

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