[2025] When does the autumn foliage in Kankakei begin and end? Best viewing times and scenic spots
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Kagawa Popular tourist attractions in " Kankakei Gorge ” autumn leaves Special feature!
Best viewing times in 2025 (Reiwa 7), access methods, and recommended spots to see the autumn leaves We will introduce them together.
There is Kankakei Gorge Activities where you can learn new ways to enjoy Shodoshima We will also introduce them to you, so please use them as a reference!
Autumn leaves of Kankakei
Kagawa of Shodoshima It is in" Kankakei Gorge "teeth, A scenic spot that is considered one of the three most beautiful valleys is.
This valley was created by volcanic activity over 13 million years ago, and became popular as a scenic spot at the end of the Edo period. Since the Meiji period, efforts have been made to protect the landscape, including the installation of promenades and PR activities, and the beautiful landscape has been maintained to this day. a few years ago Model location for popular animated movies It has also become.
At Kankakei, you can see beautiful scenery in all four seasons: spring, summer, fall, and winter. The autumn leaves are especially spectacular! The autumn leaves of over 50 types of plants brightly color the valley. .
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There are many ways to get there, so we recommend trying a different way to get there and back.
From the ropeway, you can see the valley, the bright autumn leaves, and the spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea all at once!
寒霞溪ropeway 乗車チケット 予約(Kagawa県 Shodoshima・観光 )
Best time to see autumn leaves in 2025
The best time to see the autumn leaves at Kankakei in 2025 (Reiwa 7) is mid november It is expected that
Usually, the best time to see autumn leaves in Kankakei is
Mid-November to late November
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Therefore,
The best time to see the autumn leaves in 2025 (Reiwa 7)
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Crowds during the autumn leaves season
In mid-November, when the autumn leaves of Kankakei are at their peak, group tours are held, and crowds are expected.
If you want to avoid crowds, we recommend visiting early on weekdays.
If you are visiting on a weekend during the season,
Try to visit early, such as 8 a.m.
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Crowds are relatively calm after 3pm.
It is said that
How to access Kankakei
When using a route bus
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It takes about 30 minutes from Ikeda Port to Kankakei Ropeway Sanroku Kouun Station, which is the nearest bus stop to Kankakei.
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From Tonosho Port, it takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes by bus.
Once you board the train, you will arrive at ``Sanroku Kouun (Kouun) Station,'' so please use either one.
Route buses operate seasonally, but include the autumn foliage season. Operates daily from October 20th to December 10th doing.
For cars teeth, From each port on Shodoshima (Tonosho Port, Obe Port, Ikeda Port, Fukuda Port), aim for Sancho Station or Sanroku Kouun Station. . There are parking lots at both stations, so don't worry.
2 spots with spectacular views of autumn leaves around Kankakei
At Kankakei Recommended spots for autumn leaves is the following Two .
- Kankakei Ropeway
- 3 mountain trails
below Explanation of each To do.
1. Kankakei Ropeway
" Kankakei Ropeway "teeth, A recommended route that allows you to easily climb to the top of the mountain and enjoy a panoramic view of Kankakei Gorge and the autumn leaves turning red and yellow!
The ropeway travels through strangely shaped rocks that have been eroded by wind and rain and large, straight rock walls. The view from the ropeway is a spectacular view that can only be seen by those riding the ropeway.
寒霞溪ropeway 乗車チケット 予約(Kagawa県 Shodoshima・観光 )
2.3 mountain trails
Kankakei has the front mountain trail, the back mountain trail, and the Hoshigajo mountain trail that leads to Hoshigajo. three mountain paths there is .
The entire Kankakei area is a beautiful landscape, but there are 20 spectacular views on the front and back mountain trails. Table 12 views , Back 8 views It is called.
Below, we will introduce the characteristics of each area and recommended spots for autumn leaves, including the mountain path that leads to Hoshigajo.
Kankakei Omote Climb Trail
“ Kankakei Omote Climb Trail "teeth, A gentle course that takes in 12 views of Kankakei. is.
Approximately 2km You can see 12 beautiful views in between, especially ' Skylight window "and" Brocade folding screen )” is a recommended autumn foliage spot!
As the name suggests, a skylight window has a hole like a window leading to the sky.
The autumn leaves, sea, and sky peeking through the hole are spectacular.
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Nishiki Byobu is a cliff shaped like a large folding screen, and the red and yellow autumn leaves color the scenery.
Kankakei mountain trail
" Kankakei mountain trail "teeth, Approximately 1 hour course that takes you through 8 views behind Kankakei is.
Approximately 1.8km There are 8 enchanting views between the two, among them " Sekimon ” visible when passing through " Sekimen Cave (Daishi Cave) ” is a famous maple leaf spot called Momijidani So, I recommend it!
Hoshigajo mountain trail
" Hoshigajo mountain trail "teeth, A mountain course that leads to Shodoshima's highest peak, Mt. Hoshigajo. is.
Approximately 2.3km The course offers beautiful scenery along the way, but as expected, The view from Mt. Hoshigajo is exceptional !
Since it is the highest mountain in the Seto Inland Sea, it is a recommended route where you can see the many strangely shaped rocks created by nature, the autumn leaves, and the Seto Inland Sea all at once!
Activities around Kankakei
There is Kankakei Gorge Shodoshima If you go to the area, you can take a sake brewery tour and lunch cruise, or tour the islands of the Seto Inland Sea. Cruising Tour Why not try participating in this event?
This is a special tour plan that can be enjoyed not only by children but also by adults looking for something out of the ordinary!
If you are interested, please check it out!
【Kagawa・Shodoshima】クルーザーで巡る瀬戸内of島々と釣り体験
This is a special experiential stay plan for adults seeking something out of the ordinary in the Seto Inland Sea. Cruise leisurely through the calm waters of the Seto Inland Sea, visiting the scattered small islands. If you wish, you can also enjoy a fishing experience during the cruise. At dusk, you can enjoy the view of Seto no Hama Beach & Spa, our original accommodation facility, which has a shape resembling a spaceship.
Take a private cruise from Takamatsu Port to Shodoshima. Visit Shodoshima's only sake brewery, Morikuni Sake Brewery. Enjoy a Japanese lunch centered on the island's traditional cuisine and a tasting of several types of sake from the brewery. Sunport Takamatsu ⇒ Kusakabe Port ⇒ (Taxi) ⇒ Morikuni Sake Brewery (Forest Sake Brewery) ⇒ (Taxi) ⇒ Kusakabe Port ⇒ Sunport Takamatsu <Price includes> Round-trip cruise, taxi, lunch,
Enjoy the autumn leaves of Kankakei!
Said to be one of the three most beautiful valleys,
Kankakei Gorge
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You can enjoy different landscapes in each area, such as snowy scenery in winter, fresh greenery in spring, and deep greenery in summer.
Especially the autumn leaves are a spectacular view that you should see at least once.
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There are many ways to enjoy Kankakei's autumn leaves, such as viewing them from the ropeway or experiencing them up close by hiking.
Why not visit Kankakei to experience the best of the season?
*The content of this article is current as of September 2025.
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