Mt. Shimizu in Miyama City, Fukuoka Prefecture, is a mountain rich in nature that has also been selected as one of the 500 Best Hiking Trails in Japan.
The autumn leaves of Mt. Shimizu are particularly beautiful and worth seeing.
Highlights
- Shimizu Temple Honbo Garden: A nationally designated scenic garden that is said to have been created by Sesshu in the Muromachi period. Around the Shinji Pond, autumn leaves such as Japanese maple and maple trees turn colorful, creating a magnificent landscape.
- Oyama Observatory: An observatory at the summit of Mt. Shimizu. You can get a panoramic view of the autumn leaves on Mt. Shimizu in a 360-degree panorama.
- Shimizu Park: A park at the foot of Shimizu Temple Honbo Garden. Autumn leaves such as Japanese maple and maple trees are colored, making it ideal for a stroll.
Best Time to See Them
Late November to early December
Access
- About 10 minutes by taxi from JR Kagoshima Main Line “Setaka Station”
- About 5 minutes from Kyushu Expressway “Miyama Yanagawa IC”
Recommended Ways to Spend Your Time
- Enjoy the autumn leaves while strolling through the Shimizu Temple Honbo Garden
- Get a panoramic view of the autumn leaves of Mt. Shimizu from the Oyama Observatory
- Relax while viewing the autumn leaves at Shimizu Park
Summary
Mt. Shimizu in Miyama City, Fukuoka Prefecture, is known as a famous place for autumn leaves.
The best time to see them is from late November to early December.
Be sure to visit during this time and enjoy the beautiful autumn leaves.