Fall is slooowly approaching, and I’m sure most of you agree that it couldn’t come soon enough. We’re all longing for sunny days with a cool breeze that doesn’t make us drip the second we step outside.
Fukuoka‘s an excellent spot for filling up your IG feed with fall foliage, thanks to its city parks, tranquil temples, and mountain landscapes. The prime period to catch the foliage is mid-November through late November, so here are some spots you must check out!
1. Dazaifu
- Address: 4-7-1 Saifu, Dazaifu, Fukuoka 818-0117, Japan (Google Maps)
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Located on Japan’s Kyushu Island, Dazaifu is best known for its grand Tenmangu Shrine, which becomes a canopy of colors from mid-November to early December, as approximately 600 maple and gingko trees create a colorful landscape. Every step will make you feel like you’re walking through a tunnel of colors!
2. Maizaru Park
- Address: 1-4 Jonai, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka, 810-0043 (Google Maps)
- Opening Hours: 24/7
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Maizuru Park comes alive in the fall with a vibrant splash of red and gold, transforming the castle ruins into a stunning leafy wonderland. It’s the perfect spot for snapping gorgeous photos or just soaking in the colors, and plus, dogs are welcome, so if you love furry friends, expect lots of wagging tails and happy paws to add to the autumn fun!
3. Yusentei Park
- Address: 1-46 Yusentei, Jonan Ward, Fukuoka, 814-0122, Japan (Google Maps)
- Opening Hours: Tues-Sun 09:00-17:00 (Mon Off)
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Yusentei Park is like autumn’s own secret garden, where fiery maple trees put on a dazzling show that lights up the whole place. Wander around the peaceful pond, snap those #fallfoliagevibes, and maybe sip some matcha while the colors work their magic. It’s the perfect chill spot to soak up nature’s best autumn outfit and let your worries fall away!
4. Raizan Sennyoji Taihioin Temple
- Address: 626 Raizan, Itoshima, Fukuoka 819-1145, Japan (Google Maps)
- Opening Hours: Daily 09:00-16:30
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Raizan Sennyoji Taihoin Temple is where ancient vibes meet fiery fall colors, centered around a legendary 400-year-old maple tree that puts on a scarlet show every November. Wander among 200+ vibrant maples, soak in the peaceful temple gardens, and snap epic shots from the hall deck. Autumn here is like nature’s very own red carpet event!
5. Akizuki Castle Ruins
- Address: Japan, 〒838-0011 Fukuoka, Asakura, Akizukinotori (Google Maps)
- Opening Hours: 24/7
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Akizuki Castle Ruins are like a time machine painted in brilliant autumn colors, where about 20 maple trees burst into fiery reds and golds around the historic Black Gate. Walk up the stone steps lined with vivid maples to Suiyo Shrine, and snap pics of the stunning contrast between the ancient dark gate and the glowing leaves. It’s a favorite autumn hotspot that feels like stepping into a samurai scroll—perfect for history buffs and leaf lovers alike!
6. Kamado Shrine
- Address: 883 Uchiyama, Dazaifu, Fukuoka 818-0115, Japan (Google Maps)
- Opening Hours: 24/7
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Kamado Shrine is like stepping into an autumn dream, where fiery red, orange, and yellow leaves create a stunning tunnel of color that feels straight out of a storybook. Nestled on Mt. Homan, this shrine lights up from mid-November to early December, making every stroll a magical experience. Whether you’re chasing that perfect fall photo or just soaking in the serene vibes, Kamado Shrine serves up maple leaf magic you won’t forget!
- Hitachi Seaside Park & Fukuroda Falls & Ryujin Suspension Bridge 1 Day Tour from Tokyo (Oct 18~Nov 30)
- Nikko Irohazaka Slope & Kegon Waterfall & Watarase Railway 1 Day Tour from Tokyo (Oct 20~Nov 28)
- Kyoto Minoh Falls & Sagano Romantic Train & Arashiyama & Kinkakuji Temple1 Day Tour from Osaka (Oct 27~Dec 5)
📌Read more blogs about fall in Japan:
- Top 5 Best Fall Foliage Spots in Japan
- 7 Best Fall Foliage Spots in Tokyo
- Top 10 Must-Visit Fall Foliage Spots in Kyoto
- 7 Must-See Fall Foliage Spots in Osaka
