Written by TC Team
The time-honored way to pay homage to the wondrous autumn season in Japan (apart from snacking on fall-inspired sweets and treats) is to get outdoors and simply revel in the beauty of the changing leaves. But when is the best time to do that?
Below, you’ll find some of the most stunning places to see autumn leaves in Tokyo — and when they’re at their peak.
Pro tip: If you’re in the Kansai area, check out our Osaka autumn leaves viewing guide.
Tokyo fall foliage forecast 2025
Tokyo autumn leaves are expected to peak from the end of November to early December.
The latest forecast says that the best viewing time to see red leaves in Tokyo is December 2, and the best time to see yellow leaves in Tokyo is November 27. That’s slightly later than usual.
Note that the outlying areas of Tokyo are on a different schedule (see below).
Best time to see autumn leaves in Tokyo
While a few dates are yet to be confirmed, here’s what we know so far:
| Tokyo spot | Best autumn leaves dates |
|---|---|
| Mount Takao | November 24–December 6 |
| Ryonan Park | November 20–December 1 |
| Inokashira Park | December 4–December 15 |
| Lake Okutama | November 14–27 |
| Meiji Shrine Outer Garden | November 27–December 9 |
| Koishikawa Kōrakuen | December 1–11 |
| Rikugien Gardens | December 2–14 |
| Mukōjima-Hyakkaen Garden | December 7–December 15 |
| Omotesandō Avenue, Omotesandō | December 1–December 11 (2024 dates) |
| Yoyogi Park | December 1–December 11 (2024 dates) |
| Mount Mitake | November 15–29 |
| Akigawa Gorge | November 16–29 |
| Tonogayato Garden | December 1–December 13 (2024 dates) |
| Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden | December 1–December 11 (2024 dates) |
| Imperial Palace East Gardens | December 2–December 13 (2024 dates) |
Read more about the best spots for kōyō in Tokyo.
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Tokyo autumn leaves forecast dates sourced from the Japan Meteorological Corporation. Post last updated on November 5, 2025.
