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Autumn & seasons

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Snow Monkey ResortsOfficialToyama in June 2027 - What to Know Stepping into June, Toyama Prefecture bursts into full summer mode with emerald-green canopies blanketing the countryside.

September 25

Snow Monkey ResortsOfficialThe Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route in April 2027 - What to Know April marks the eagerly awaited reopening of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, giving travelers a chance to experience its world-famous, towering snow corridors.

September 24

Time Out TokyoTokyoHere's the first official 2026 forecast for autumn leaves in Japan Ready for koyo? Here’s when to see autumn leaves in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Sapporo and more across Japan

September 24

Snow Monkey ResortsOfficialToyama in May 2027 - What to Know May brings a transition into early summer across Toyama Prefecture, clothing the landscape in vibrant greenery and bright foliage.

September 24

MATCHAGoA guide to family snow play with zero crowds at "Vacation Lodge FamiliA, Aizu kogen" "I want to show my child real snow, but I'm worried about crowded ski resorts, long lines for lifts, and whether my child will get cold due to sudden weather changes..." For families with such…

September 23

Tokyo CheapoTokyoTokyo Events This Week: Moon Art Night, Fall Fests, and Peace Day Tokyo events for Monday, September 21, to Sunday, September 27, 2026. With the harvest moon on Friday, this week is all about moon gazing.

September 20

Nippon.comGoTsukimi: Japan’s Autumn Moon-Viewing Tradition From ancient poems to modern fast food, Japan’s tsukimi custom of autumn moon-viewing has endured and evolved as a key cultural tradition.

September 19

macaroniEatセブンの秋限定「蜜芋」スイーツ7品が新登場!紅はるか、安納芋を使用した商品が勢ぞろい セブン‐イレブンが「蜜芋」を使った和洋菓子7品を全国で順次発売。鎌倉五郎とのコラボ商品や、紅はるか、安納芋を使用したスイーツが登場します。

September 18

Japan CheapoGoOctober 2026: Top Events Around Japan (Bumper Edition) This month, we can finally start to feel the cooler weather, embrace autumn, and make our way to fall festivals and spooky Halloween events.

September 17

Jalan Net NewsOfficial【東海】栗拾いができる農園3選!秋の味覚を味わおう<2026> 実りの秋が到来♪この時期はたくさんのフルーツが旬を迎え、フルーツ狩りも最盛期。もぎたての果実は、そこでしか味わえず、農園の心地よい空気も相まって最高の美味しさです。 フルーツ狩りもいろいろあれど、秋の味覚と言えば「栗!」

September 25

Tokyo WeekenderTokyoYour October 2026 Horoscope October in Tokyo brings the crisp, cozy magic of mid-autumn. The muggy summer days have faded into a distant memory, replaced by bright blue skies, cool evenings and trees slowly dressing themselves…

September 24

Time Out TokyoTokyo5 art festivals to catch in Japan this autumn Domestic and international artists are exhibiting at these regional shows across Japan

September 24

Snow Monkey ResortsOfficialKobe in January 2027 - What to Know Plan Your January Visit January offers a quiet and chilly winter getaway to Kobe, featuring traditional New Year visits and bright, clear days.

September 24

Time Out OsakaKansaiSee four Kyoto temples with moss gardens for ¥1,500 with this summer deal The Kyoto Moss Tour Passport offers entry into any four of six remarkable temples including Gioji, Jojakkoji and Tofukuji

September 24

Jalan Net NewsOfficial秋の岩手観光おすすめスポット!紅葉・グルメ・温泉&お得な「いわて旅割」情報も 色鮮やかな紅葉や旬の味覚、名湯で過ごすひとときなど、秋ならではの魅力にあふれる岩手県。沿岸・県北・県央・県南の4エリアをめぐりながら、各地のおすすめスポットやご当地グルメ、温泉をご紹介します。お得な「いわて旅割キャンペー

September 24

Jalan Net NewsOfficial【山口】色づく樹々や秋風に癒され、おもてなしに感動!秋の紅葉×王道スポット3選 この秋から大型観光キャンペーンが開催され、県全体が「おもてなし」ムード一色に染まる山口県。特別公開やイベント、お得な宿泊プランなど、旅行客に嬉しい様々な企画が充実しています。そんな秋こそ訪れたい、紅葉名所×山口が誇る王道

September 24

MATCHAGo[Winter 2026] Two Winter Activities in Mount Yatsugatake that Even Beginners Can Enjoy! Hokuto City , Yamanashi Prefecture , about two hours from Tokyo , is a Highland area that is filled with beautiful snowy scenery in winter.

September 23

SoraNews24TokyoNew Cardcaptor Sakura fashion line delivers magical girl style for real-world ladies Anime-inspired looks with for-fans nods to the classic series. Creative costumes are a hallmark of the magical girl anime genre, and while Japanese fashion brand Axes Femme may not be able to provide…

September 23

BRUTUSTokyo「WELL-MADE クラフト感ある、秋と冬のマスターピース。」編集後記:秋冬版のWELL-MADE特集ができあがりました 秋冬版のWELL-MADE特集ができあがりました 暑さが和らぐ日も増え、秋から冬にかけての服装について考える時間が増えてきました。自分もこの週末にようやく小さな衣替え的なことをして、秋冬シーズンの訪れを楽しんでいます。

September 21

dancyuEat【秋の連休・家呑みに】ワインに合うつまみから絶品カレーまで!さつまいもレシピ3選 秋の連休やゆったり過ごす家呑みの時間に、お薦めのレシピをご紹介します。いちじくとバルサミコ酢を合わせたつまみ大学芋から、生クリームでリッチに仕上げる絶品カレーまで、さつまいもを贅沢に味わうラインナップです。

September 21

BRUTUSTokyo9月21日〜27日の運勢。星々が告げる運を味方にするヒント【ブルータス週間占い】 全体の空模様 中秋の名月を週末に控えた今週、だんだん深まっていく秋を穏やかに感じられるでしょう。23日に太陽が天秤座に移動するため、先週までの乙女座らしい忙しなさは落ち着いていきます。 週前半、22日に水星(思考)と木星

September 20

MATCHAGoDirect train ride from Asakusa! A complete guide to enjoying snow activities at "Vacation Lodge FamiliA, Aizu kogen" with zero crowds. "I want to show my children real snow, but I'm worried about crowded ski resorts and driving on unfamiliar snowy roads..." Here's some good news for families and anyone planning their first trip to…

September 20

MATCHAGoA spectacular slope with state-of-the-art facilities! "Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort" in Niigata Prefecture It's about 80 minutes by Shinkansen from Tokyo. Once you exit the tunnel, you'll arrive at the snow country of Yuzawa, where the whole area is covered in pure white snow.

September 18

Metropolis JapanTokyoMetropolis Autumn Issue 2026 See what's inside and where to pick up a copy

September 18