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Momiji leaves gradually change from green to vibrant yellow or red, creating an incredibly romantic and captivating scene.
According to historical records, the Momiji trees in the Korankei Valley were first planted in 1634 by Sanei osho, the 11th monk of the nearby Koujaku-ji temple.
Today, when visiting Korankei, you can enjoy the fruits of our ancestors' labor – it is one of the most spectacular autumn landscapes that you absolutely cannot miss when visiting Japan in late November each year.
To date, Mount Imori-yama is covered with 4,000 Momiji trees, dyeing the waters of the Tomoe River and the mountain slopes a shimmering color. Besides the Momiji trees, there are also several yellow Ginko trees growing interspersed in the valley. Ginko will be familiar to those who love Japanese manga and Ghibli animation. People commonly call Ginko "fan-shaped flowers" because their shape resembles a fan.
Korankei is a very popular autumn foliage viewing spot with a long history in the Tokai region. In autumn, many people from within and outside the prefecture visit, drawn by the charm of the Tomoegawa River valley, located in Asuke-cho, Toyota-shi, Aichi Prefecture.
The Korankei Valley is surrounded by the 254-meter-high Mount Iimori, where the Kojaku-ji temple is located. And the Taigetsukyo red-tiled bridge is the symbol of the Korankei Valley – a great spot for taking impressive photos.
Visiting Korankei on a November day, you can choose to stroll along the trails, visit the ancient Kojaku-ji temple, a Soto-style temple founded in 1427, or even enjoy some of Japan's famous hot noodle dishes.
Your autumn will surely become more enchanting if you ever wander through Korankei during the autumn foliage season.
Post:Bao Khuyen- Image:Kim Dao
