Autumn season is just around the corner! The feel of cool and crisp air starts to blow over Japan, leaves of the trees starts to change in orange color. Hokkaido is the northernmost prefecture in Japan. We listed some best places to visit in Hokkaido this Autumn Season.
Daisetsuzan National Park
Daisetsuzan is Hokkaido’s largest national park. It preserves a mountainous area which is larger than some of Japan’s smaller prefectures. It is a paradise for hikers, outdoor lovers, deer and brown bears, and the first place in Japan to see fall colors and snow each autumn.
Best Viewing Date: Mid-September to late September
Jozankei
One of Hokkaido’s tourist attraction located inside Shikotsu-Toya National Park between the high cliffs of the Toyohira River. Jozankei is a popular fall colors destination when the trees along the valley and in the side valleys turn to brilliant yellows and reds.
Best Viewing Date: Mid-October to late October
Eniwa Valley
The three falls in Eniwa Valley amongst the beautiful autumn leaves are definitely a must-see. The Eniwa Valley is a famous nature spot located around 18 kilometers west of central Eniwa City.
Best Viewing Date: Early October to late October
Lake Shikotsu Onsen
Lake Shikotsu is the second deepest lake in Japan with its Autumn foliage shining against the crystalline lake. Lake Shikotsu can be found forty minutes further along Route 453.
Best Viewing Date: Mid-October to late October
Noboribetsu Onsen Jigokudani
Located in Hokkaido for its well known for its 9 different types of hot springs. About 3 million tourists come every year. Noboribetsu Onsen is one of major hot-spring resort that around 14 accommodations open in Hokkaido.
Best Viewing Date: Mid-October to late October
