Since the koyo (autumn leaves) arrived late this year, there are still chances to experience some of Tohoku’s stunning seasonal beauty.
Pack your bento and enjoy a quiet lunch on one of the trail’s benches as autumn leaves fall gently into the roaring streams beside you.
Peak season: Late October to early NovemberTowada, Aomori - MapTohoku’s most loved spot for cherry blossoms is perfect for koyo season too.
Peak season: Early to mid-NovemberHiraizumi, Iwate - MapThis is the perfect place to capture gorge-ous (gettit?!)
With the vividly-colored waters against the backdrop of autumn leaves, and Mt.