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Forecast by Japan Meteorological Corporation
According to the Japan Meteorological Corporation, it is expected that the autumn foliage will be nationally on par with or even later than usual. The following estimates the timing from Hokkaido to Kagoshima, for both read and yellow leaves.
Source: Japan Meteorological Corporation
| LOCATION | FORECAST FOR RED LEAVES | FORECAST FOR YELLOW LEAVES |
|---|---|---|
|
Sapporo |
Nov 8th |
Nov 6th |
|
Aomori |
Nov 14th |
Nov 6th |
|
Sendai |
Nov 27th |
Nov 29th |
|
Tokyo |
Nov 30th |
Nov 25th |
|
Kanazawa |
Nov 30th |
Nov 10th |
|
Nagano |
Nov 22nd |
Nov 14th |
|
Nagoya |
Dec 2nd |
Nov 18th |
|
Kyoto |
Dec 11th |
Nov 27th |
|
Osaka |
Dec 3rd |
Nov 24th |
|
Wakayama |
Dec 12th |
Nov 26th |
|
Hiroshima |
Nov 28th |
Nov 20th |
|
Kochi |
Dec 9th |
Nov 15th |
|
Fukuoka |
Dec 9th |
Nov 27th |
|
Kagoshima |
Dec 13th |
Nov 28th |
Useful App to Find the Daily Forecast
The forecast provided by the Japan Meteorological Corporation gives a broader picture, though it may be affected by current weather conditions, of course. If you don’t want to miss a single colored leaf, there is a website that can assist you. Weather News, by Weathernews Inc., allows you to access the daily forecast across Japan, covering 900 famous spots for fall foliage. You can search for these spots by location, the day you plan to visit, and your purpose, such as being near a temple, etc. Please note that this app is only available in Japanese; you can use your browser’s translation feature for assistance.
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Weather News |
Key Takeaways
- To fully experience the autumn foliage, timing and location are crucial factors to consider.
- The Japan Meteorological Corporation has released the forecast for autumn 2023 across Japan, offering valuable insights into the expected foliage conditions.
- Estimates for the timing of foliage change range from Hokkaido to Kagoshima, encompassing both red and yellow leaves.
Utilize the Weather News app by Weathernews Inc. to access comprehensive daily forecasts for fall foliage across Japan.
The app covers 900 renowned spots, allowing you to plan your visit based on location, preferred travel date, and specific preferences (e.g., proximity to temples).
