Sweater weather, yellow leaves, pumpkin spice lattes and…chestnuts! Ahh, the time has come????
While Kochi is beautiful all year round, the cool temperatures and cozy-colored foliage of autumn are simply glorious????
The 10-km-long Yasui Gorge is one of the best places to see autumn foliage, where golden leaves contrast beautifully with the turquoise Niyodo River. The majestic view of crimson Japanese maple trees surrounding the iconic five-storied pagoda at Chikurin-ji Temple is also not to be missed????
If you’re looking to indulge in the flavors of autumn (which you should!????), head over to the Shimanto River where you will find some of the best sweets highlighting the rich, creamy, sweet and nourishing goodness of locally-grown chestnuts. From decadent Mont Blanc to a chestnut paste-filled Japanese-style sweet called kuri kinton, Kochi has you and your sweet tooth covered!????????
Learn more about the best spots to see autumn foliage in Kochi:
https://visitkochijapan.com/en/