Events in Yamanashi · This month

Autumn Foliage at Fukushigawa Valley

21 Nov – 10 Dec · 南部町

Fukushigawa Valley, carved out by the Fukushi River which originates from the Southern Alps’ mountains such as Mount Shinoi and Mount Aosasayama, is r...

[Autumn Foliage Peak] Fukushigawa Gorge

21 Nov – 10 Dec · 南部町

Fed by mountain streams in the Southern Alps, the upper reaches of the Fukushigawa River flow through the lush Fukushigawa Gorge, offering scenic hiki...

[Autumn Leaves at Their Best] Minami Gochoku Park

11 Nov – 30 Nov · 南アルプス市

Minami Gochoku Park is the largest park in the city, featuring a wide variety of playground equipment for different age groups and drawing many famili...

Autumn Foliage of the Rare Seed-Bearing Ginkgo Trees in Shimoyam...

21 Nov – 30 Nov · 身延町

The seed-bearing ginkgo is a rare variation of the common ginkgo tree that produces seeds on its leaves. Shimoyama is home to two such trees: one at J...

Stargazing Experience Under the Cassiopeia Constellation

6 Nov – 15 Nov · 早川町

Be moved by the sight of countless stars in the clear winter sky of Hayakawa Town, far from city lights. Enjoy views of the Milky Way and other stars...

Fuji Mountain Arts Festival 2026

17 Oct – 15 Nov · Kofu

Held once every four years across Yamanashi Prefecture, this large-scale, roaming arts festival features a wide range of contemporary art and other cr...

Yamanakako Sunset Shore Autumn Leaves Festival

30 Oct – 15 Nov · 山中湖村

Enjoy the autumn leaves at Sunset Shore Green Park, selected as one of Japan’s top one hundred shores. The foliage is illuminated from dusk, offering...

Autumn Foliage at Lake Yamanaka

21 Oct – 20 Nov · 山中湖村

Located 1,000 meters above sea level, Lake Yamanaka in Yamanashi Prefecture offers crisp, cool air and vibrant autumn foliage that appears earlier and...

[Autumn Leaves - Peak Viewing] Mitake Shosenkyo Gorge

21 Oct – 30 Nov · 甲府市

Shosenkyo Gorge, renowned as one of Japan’s most scenic valleys, is also a famous spot for autumn foliage. The striking combination of massive boulder...

Upside-Down Mount Fuji Hot Air Balloon Rides at Lake Yamanaka

20 Oct – 27 Dec · 山中湖村

Experience breathtaking views of Mount Fuji and Lake Yamanaka from above in this popular hot air balloon event in Yamanakako Village, Yamanashi. Due t...

Autumn Foliage in the Hakuhō Valley, Southern Alps

1 Oct – 10 Nov · Minami Alps

This scenic valley runs along the Norogawa River, which originates in the Shiramine mountain range. Each year from early October to early November, th...

Autumn Foliage at Kiyosato Highlands

1 Oct – 10 Nov · 北杜市

Beginning in early October, the birch forests turn a brilliant yellow almost overnight, followed in mid-October by the peak of the Japanese maple leav...

[Autumn Foliage Peak] Hakuho Gorge

1 Oct – 10 Nov · 南アルプス市

Located upstream on the Hayakawa River, Hakuho Gorge refers to the Norogawa valley. The Southern Alps Forest Road runs along the gorge, and after pass...

[Best Time for Autumn Leaves] Ginkgo Tree Avenue at Nirasaki Cen...

21 Oct – 10 Nov · 韮崎市

Nirasaki Central Park is a family-friendly park featuring an athletics stadium, grassy fields, and play areas for children and adults alike. The park...

Autumn Foliage at Nishizawa Gorge

11 Oct – 10 Nov · 山梨市

Nishizawa Gorge is renowned as one of Japan's most beautiful valleys. Among its many scenic features, the Nanatsugama-Godan waterfall is especially im...

Autumn Foliage in the Sekigawadani Valley

21 Oct – 10 Nov · 北杜市

Along the clear waters of the Sekigawadani Valley, which flow from the northern side of Mount Jizogatake, visitors can explore a scenic walking trail...

Autumn Foliage Viewing at the Red Bridge in Higashizawa Gorge

11 Oct – 10 Nov · 北杜市

The iconic 90-meter-long red arch bridge, known as the 'Red Bridge', spans Higashizawa Gorge, which originates from Mount Jigoku in the Yatsugatake re...

Autumn Foliage at Mount Mizugaki and the Motodani River Valley

11 Oct – 10 Nov · 北杜市

Mount Mizugaki in Yamanashi Prefecture is a granite peak formed from black mica, surrounded by a harmonious blend of coniferous forests, white birches...

Autumn Foliage at Koyodai

21 Oct – 10 Nov · 鳴沢村

Located just north of Mount Fuji, south of Lake Sai, and at the eastern edge of the Aokigahara Forest, the ridgeline of Mount Ashiwada includes viewpo...

Autumn Foliage at Kawamatagawa Gorge and Higashizawa Bridge [Par...

11 Oct – 10 Nov · 北杜市

*Please note: Higashizawa Bridge is undergoing repairs until August 10, 2027. Protective sheeting will cover part of the bridge’s exterior, making hal...

Autumn Foliage in the Tanba Gorge

21 Oct – 10 Nov · 丹波山村

Located in northeastern Yamanashi Prefecture and adjacent to Okutama Town in Tokyo, Tanbayama Village is home to the headwaters of the Tamagawa River...

[Best Time for Autumn Leaves] Motoyagawa Gorge

21 Oct – 10 Nov · 北杜市

Motoyagawa Gorge flows from Mount Kinpu, crossing the Masutomi Radium Hot Spring Valley from east to west and extending to Mizugaki Lake (Shiokawa Dam...

[Autumn Leaves: Best Viewing] Tama River Headwaters - Tamba Gorg...

21 Oct – 10 Nov · 丹波山村

Tamba Gorge, located along the Ome Highway that connects Tabayama Village in Yamanashi Prefecture with neighboring Koshu City, offers vibrant displays...

[Best Autumn Foliage Viewing] Yakushigami Pass

11 Oct – 10 Nov · 南アルプス市

Yakushigami Pass, located at the gateway to the Southern Alps, offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Shiramine Three Peaks. Easily accessible wit...