When will the autumn leaves in Tokyo be illuminated? [2024] Hidden gems and recommended gardens
This time A light-up event to be held in Tokyo in the fall of 2024 (Reiwa 6) Featured!
Tokyo Hidden autumn foliage spots and recommended gardens in We will introduce the following.
Information will be updated from time to time If you are planning to go leaf-viewing in Tokyo, be sure to check it out.
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- 1 Tokyo Autumn Leaves Illumination 2024 Recommended Garden: Rikugien Garden
- 2 Tokyo Autumn Leaves Illumination 2024 Recommended Garden: Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum
- 3 Tokyo Autumn Leaves Illumination 2024 Recommended Garden: Toshima Ward Mejiro Garden
- 4 Tokyo Autumn Leaves Illumination 2024 Recommended Garden: Shinjuku Gyoen
- 5 Tokyo Autumn Leaves Illumination 2024 Recommended Garden: Bunkyo Ward Higo Hosokawa Garden
- 6 Let's go see the illuminated autumn leaves in Tokyo!
- 7 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
Tokyo Autumn Leaves Illumination 2024 Recommended Garden: Rikugien Garden
7 minutes walk from JR Komagome Station.
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Rikugien Garden
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One of Tokyo's leading Japanese gardens with over 300 years of history
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The designer was Yanagisawa Yoshiyasu, a feudal lord from the early to mid-Edo period.
He personally designed and landscaped the current Rikugien Garden on land given to him by the Shogun at the time, Tokugawa Tsunayoshi.
In the early Showa period
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Since being donated to the Foundation, it has become a popular spot visited by many tourists.
This garden, rich in nature, is one of the best spots in Tokyo to see autumn leaves!
Starting on Friday, November 22, 2024, which is the best time to see the autumn leaves,
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Special night viewing of the autumn leaves at Rikugien Garden
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In various places within the park, which is said to be a reproduction of famous scenic spots in Kishu (Wakayama), you can enjoy the combination of old-fashioned Japanese scenery and the brilliantly illuminated autumn leaves!
During the event, the park will have photo spots where you can capture the beautiful autumn leaves, and a projection mapping display on the walls of the storehouse. Storehouse Injection " and others.
Enjoy the autumn foliage of this historic garden even more with this light-up event.
| Light-up period | November 22, 2024 (Friday) – December 4, 2024 (Wednesday) |
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| Light-up time | 18:00-20:30 (last admission at 19:30) |
| Location (venue) | Rikugien Garden |
| address | 6-16-3 Honkomagome, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo |
| Fee |
900 yen (sold online with advance payment), 1,100 yen (tickets at the counter) *There is a limit to the number of tickets available *A special evening viewing ticket is required for junior high school students and above (including those living or studying in Tokyo). |
Tokyo Autumn Leaves Illumination 2024 Recommended Garden: Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum
Between JR Musashi-Koganei Station and Seibu Shinjuku Line Hana-Koganei Station,
Located within the vast grounds of Koganei Park
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Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum
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An open-air museum that preserves and houses historical buildings from
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As the main focus of the spot is on the architecture, it is a hidden gem for viewing autumn leaves and is less crowded, which is its appeal.
On November 23rd (Saturday, National Holiday) and November 24th (Sunday), 2024 (Reiwa 6), which are the best times to see the autumn leaves,
Autumn leaves and illuminated buildings
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The lustrous autumn leaves that softly stand out against the illuminated historical buildings are a must-see.
Lighting events focusing on traditional lighting such as lanterns, gas lamps, hearths, and fireplaces will also be held in various places within the park.
When you enter the park, lined with retro buildings, you'll feel as if you've traveled back in time to another world.
Come enjoy the nostalgic atmosphere and beautiful autumn leaves!
| Light-up period | November 23, 2024 (Saturday/Holiday) and November 24, 2024 (Sunday) |
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| Light-up time | 16:30-20:00 (last admission at 19:30) |
| Location (venue) | EdoTokyoEdo Open Air Architectural Museum |
| address | 3-7-1 Sakuracho, Koganei City, Tokyo |
| Fee |
Adults: 400 yen, 65 years and older: 200 yen, university students: 320 yen, Junior and senior high school students (residents outside Tokyo): 200 yen Free for elementary and junior high school students (Tokyo residents) and younger |
Tokyo Autumn Leaves Illumination 2024 Recommended Garden: Toshima Ward Mejiro Garden
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Toshima City Mejiro Garden
" is located in a quiet residential area, approximately halfway between JR Mejiro Station and Ikebukuro Station.
Toshima City Mejiro Garden is
A Japanese garden with an appealing compact size that makes it easy to walk around
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In autumn, the entire park is covered in red leaves.
You can enjoy the spectacular view of the crimson colors shining against the garden scenery centered around the pond!
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It is a hidden spot away from the entertainment district, and another great thing about it is that admission is free.
The annual autumn foliage illumination event is a popular event that draws many fans.
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The beautiful crimson reflection on the surface of the pond can be enjoyed even at night.
Be sure to capture the glittering world of autumn leaves floating on the water's surface on camera!
In addition to the pond, the park also has
Stone tower standing by the pond
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Hexagonal Hall Floating on the Pond
There are plenty of spots to check out along with the illuminations.
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Come explore the garden, which has a different atmosphere from daytime, and enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery!
| Light-up period | Late November 2024 |
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| Light-up time | 17:30-21:00 (Last entry 20:30) |
| Location (venue) | Mejiro Garden, Toshima Ward, Tokyo |
| address | 3-20-18 Mejiro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo |
| Fee | free |
Tokyo Autumn Leaves Illumination 2024 Recommended Garden: Shinjuku Gyoen
" Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden " is located on the east side of JR Shinjuku Station.
Shinjuku Gyoen was once a feudal lord's residence in the Edo period, an agricultural experiment station in the Meiji period, and later became an imperial garden. It is now widely known as the venue for cherry blossom and chrysanthemum viewing parties.
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Since it was opened to the public after the war, it has become popular as a nature spot where you can enjoy flowers and plants of all seasons while still being in the heart of the city.
When the trees in the park turn beautiful red in autumn, a large-scale light-up event is held. .
Momijiyama, one of the best spots in Tokyo to see autumn leaves, and the rows of plane trees are lit up brilliantly, creating a spectacular sight!
The projection mapping that takes place in conjunction with the illumination is a sight to behold, with colorful displays that resemble autumn leaves.
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Projection mapping projected onto the autumn leaves and the trees dyed red
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The fantastic scenery of the autumn leaves reflected on the surface of the pond in the garden is perfect for capturing the autumn colors.
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| Light-up period | Late November to early December 2024 |
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| Light-up time |
18:00-22:00 (Last entry 21:00/Food and drink LO 21:30/Gate closing 22:00) |
| Location (venue) | Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden |
| address | 11 Naitocho, Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo |
| Fee |
<Same-day tickets> General admission (Monday to Thursday): 2,200 yen / (Friday, Saturday, Sunday and public holidays): 2,600 yen Students (high school students and above) and those aged 65 and above (Monday to Thursday) 2,000 yen / (Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and holidays) 2,400 yen Junior high school students and under (Monday to Thursday) 1,600 yen / (Friday, Saturday, Sunday and public holidays) 2,000 yen |
Tokyo Autumn Leaves Illumination 2024 Recommended Garden: Bunkyo Ward Higo Hosokawa Garden
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Bunkyo City Higo Hosokawa Garden
" is located along the Kanda River in the Mejirodai area of Bunkyo Ward, next to Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo, one of the city's leading five-star hotels.
Higo Hosokawa Garden
A park that utilizes the former gardens of the Hosokawa clan, feudal lords of Kumamoto
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The garden is designed as a stroll-style pond garden, and you can stroll around the garden, centered around the pond, and enjoy the scenery created by the trees and wild plants.
From around November every year, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the trees turning red in autumn.
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At the same time, the autumn leaves illumination event "
Higoakari
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In addition to over 100 LED lights,
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Light Cup
The world of autumn leaves at night illuminated by the
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The autumn leaves reflected on the surface of the pond are very romantic.
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It's the perfect spot to photograph autumn leaves.
| Light-up period | Late November to early December 2024 |
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| Light-up time | 17:30-20:30 (last admission at 20:00) |
| Location (venue) | Bunkyo City Higo Hosokawa Garden |
| address | 1-1-22 Mejirodai, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo |
| Fee | 300 yen (free for preschoolers) |
Let's go see the illuminated autumn leaves in Tokyo!
This time In the fall of 2024 (Reiwa 6) Light-up events in Tokyo Featured!
In the center of Tokyo, A spot where you can enjoy beautiful autumn leaves and illuminations exists in each area.
With reference to this special feature, Tokyo Enjoy the illuminated autumn leaves!
*The content of this article is current as of October 2024.
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