Heading to Japan this autumn? You’re in for a treat! The season is truly magical, offering perfect weather, delicious seasonal treats like pumpkin pie and persimmons, and of course, the stunning, vibrant colours of the autumn leaves. Good news for all fall-lovers: The official Japan autumn foliage forecast 2025 is out! You can now plan your trip to the Land of the Rising Sun with confidence.
Note: According to the latest data from the Japan Meteorological Corporation as of 2 September 2025, here’s the most current forecast for when to see the autumn leaves in Japan. We’ll be sure to update you as new information becomes available.
Also read: South Korea Fall Foliage 2025 Forecast: When & Where to See Autumn Leaves
Japan autumn foliage forecast 2025
Overall, the best time to visit Japan for fall foliage in 2025 is from mid-November to early December. There are currently two specific projections from the Japan Meteorological Corporation. One is for the vibrant red momiji (Japanese maple leaves), while the other is for the bright yellow ginkgo leaves.
Some areas have earlier forecasts than others, and at times, it depends on which autumn leaves you’d prefer more. Sapporo and Aomori have the earliest peak dates for both red maple and yellow ginkgo leaves. On the other hand, maple leaves in Kyoto, Kagoshima, and Wakayama might flourish as late as December. Meanwhile, the ginkgo foliage in places like Sendai and Fukuoka is expected to peak towards the end of November.
Read on for the location-specific forecast for autumn foliage in Japan in 2025.
1. Tokyo
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When to see red maple leaves: Peak – 30 Nov 2025
When to see yellow ginkgo leaves: Peak – 26 Nov 2025
2. Osaka
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When to see red maple leaves: Peak – 4 Dec 2025
When to see yellow ginkgo leaves: Peak – 24 Nov 2025
3. Kyoto
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When to see red maple leaves: Peak – 12 Dec 2025
When to see yellow ginkgo leaves: Peak – 28 Nov 2025
4. Sapporo
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When to see red maple leaves: Peak – 7 Nov 2025
When to see yellow ginkgo leaves: Peak – 6 Nov 2025
5. Fukuoka
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When to see red maple leaves: Peak – 9 Dec 2025
When to see yellow ginkgo leaves: Peak – 28 Nov 2025
6. Aomori
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When to see red maple leaves: Peak – 14 Nov 2025
When to see yellow ginkgo leaves: Peak – 6 Nov 2025
7. Sendai
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When to see red maple leaves: Peak – 10 Dec 2025
When to see yellow ginkgo leaves: Peak – 27 Nov 2025
8. Kanazawa
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When to see red maple leaves: Peak – 30 Nov 2025
When to see yellow ginkgo leaves: Peak – 11 Nov 2025
9. Nagano
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When to see red maple leaves: Peak – 23 Nov 2025
When to see yellow ginkgo leaves: Peak – 15 Nov 2025
10. Nagoya
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When to see red maple leaves: Peak – 10 Dec 2025
When to see yellow ginkgo leaves: Peak – 27 Nov 2025
11. Wakayama
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When to see red maple leaves: Peak – 13 Dec 2025
When to see yellow ginkgo leaves: Peak – 27 Nov 2025
12. Hiroshima
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When to see red maple leaves: Peak – 28 Nov 2025
When to see yellow ginkgo leaves: Peak – 21 Nov 2025
13. Kochi
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When to see red maple leaves: Peak – 10 Dec 2025
When to see yellow ginkgo leaves: Peak – 17 Nov 2025
14. Kagoshima
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When to see red maple leaves: Peak – 12 Dec 2025
When to see yellow ginkgo leaves: Peak – 28 Nov 2025
Also read: Autumn Season in Japan: 15 Things to Do & Places to Visit
So, which place are you visiting to see the Japan autumn foliage in 2025? Don’t forget to check our Japan travel guides here to help you plan your trip, too!
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