Open the hunting season for red maples! Momijigari in Japan, Korea and China.
Momijigari is a Japanese tradition of enjoying red maples views that attracts tourists in autumn. In Hokkaido, the first leaves begin to turn red as early as late September, while in Tokyo, autumn colours do not appear until November. In the mountains, autumn arrives earlier, making it perfect for those who want to enjoy momijigari before the rest of the world. Where is the best place to enjoy momijigari — we tell you in this article.