Autumnal Leaves Reach Seasonal Peak Along Irohazaka Sloping Road; Chilly October Brings Quick Color Change to Nikko Area
13:21 JST, November 4, 2024
Autumnal leaves fill the trees along Irohazaka sloping road in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture. Red and yellow leaves of maple, rowan, azalea and Japanese beech trees bring joy to tourists on the road which connects Lake Chuzenji in the Okunikko area with Nikko.
According to the Nikko Natural Science Museum, cold weather in late October accelerated the color changes and the peak viewing period will last for about a week.
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