Travel to the top of Mitake-san on a scenic cable car to visit a shrine that has been a place of worship for over 2000 years. Beside the shrine is a trail heading down into the 'Rock Garden', a narrow, forested valley containing a picturesque stream, moss covered stones, and lovely waterfalls. The area is especially beautiful in the autumn, when red, orange, and yellow overtake the normally deep green forest.
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Magnificent Colors of Mt. Mitake
Enjoy a historic shrine & Tokyo's best beginner hike
By Sandra Isaka
Community writer
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Victoria Vlisides
8 years ago
Nice fall colors!
It is my favorite time of year too! Plan to visit the area in mid-late November when autumn leaves are at their peak.
Nicole Bauer
8 years ago
I miss the autumn color season in Japan very much, thanks for this wonderful submission. I guess it is my favorite time of the year in Japan!
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