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Autumn Colors in Shiobara Onsen
塩原温泉の紅葉 （那須塩原市）
Visit Shiobara Onsen to experience Autumn colors, hot springs and outdoor activities.
Last updated by Angus M
on October 28, 2024
The organizers have confirmed that this event is GOING ahead.
DATE
2024
: Mid October to Mid November
Days
Hours
Min
Sec
*All dates & activities are subject to change due to weather and/or unforeseen circumstances.
*Information last checked on 2024-07-29
TIME & SCHEDULE
Spot 1:
- Momijidani Suspension Bridge（もみじ谷大吊橋）
- Mikaeri Falls（回顧の滝）
Best time for autumn Colors — Late October to Mid November
Spot 2:
- Tenguiwa Rock（天狗岩）
- Kurenai Bridge（紅の吊橋）
- Emperor's Memorial Park / Tennonoma Memorial Park（天皇の間記念公園）
- Kotarougafuchi（小太郎が淵）
Best time for autumn Colors — Late October to Mid November
Spot 3:
- Oonuma Park（大沼公園）
Best time for autumn Colors — Late October to Early November
Spot 4:
- Hunter Mountain Shiobara Gondola Lift（ハンターマウンテン塩原）
Best time for autumn Colors — Mid-October to Early November
*All dates & activities are subject to change due to weather and/or unforeseen circumstances.
*Information last checked on 2024-07-29
COST
Free
＊If you take the Gondola Lift ride at Hunter Mountain Shiobara, it is 1,700 yen return trip for an Adult.
*Information last checked on 2024-07-29
How to enjoy the autumn foliage of Shiobara Onsen
Take stunning photos
Enjoy nature
Waterfalls
Walk in nature
Cycling
Rafting & Canyoning
Couples
Solo Traveler
Enjoy for a full day
Friends & Family
🍁🍂 Beautiful waterfalls and amazing autumn colors in Shiobara Onsen
Looking for an 🍁 autumn trip adventure to Japan?
⛰️ Shiobara Onsen is a famous hot spring village renowned for its stunning autumn foliage, with vibrant reds, oranges, and golds painting the mountains and valleys.🍁🍂
Walk along Hoki River and cross the Momijidani Suspension Bridge for a close-up view, or ride the 🚠 Hunter Mountain Shiobara Gondola Lift for breathtaking vistas from above.
♨️ The hot spring in Shiobara Onsen was discovered in 806 (more than 1,200 years ago!), and offers 11 unique hot springs along the Hoki River, which have Six of the Ten hot spring qualities found in Japan. Shiobara Onsen’s hot springs are also uniquely known to have Seven different colors!
🍁 If you like Autumn foliage and hot springs, you should visit Shiobara Onsen to immerse in the beautiful nature and historical hot springs.
More Reasons to Visit Shiobara Onsen
Nature Activity
Famous Onesn (Hot springs)
Nice Hotels and Ryokans
THE DAY aozora PROJECT
Take a mountain e-bike or hiking tour to patrol the forest and learn how locals are preserving the area so they can live in harmony with wild animals such as monkeys, deers and bears. By joining the tour, you will be helping locals and animals live side-by-side and may even see some wild-animals!
shiobara viva
Join a unique walking tour of the great outdoors led by Ann-chan, a delightful guide who has been to 30 countries.
You can combine walking tours with open-air hot springs, agriculture experiences, kimono experiences, calligraphy, and more.
Areas to see the Beautiful Autumn Foliage
SPOT 1:
Momijidani Suspension Bridge（もみじ谷大吊橋）
Mikaeri Falls（回顧の滝）
How to get there
Public Transport
3hrs from Tokyo by Shinkansen train & Bus.
Car
2hrs 30min drive from Tokyo by car.
Location & Address
Momijidani Suspension Bridge（もみじ谷大吊橋）
Mikaeri Falls（回顧の滝）*10min Walk from Momijidani Suspension Bridge
Address
Momijidani Suspension Bridge
1425-60 Sekiya, Nasushiobara City, Tochigi Pref
〒329-2801 栃木県那須塩原市関谷 1425-60
Access from Tokyo
By Public Transport
Via JR Railway +Bus
From Tokyo, take the Shinkansen to Nasushiobara station. Then take the JR Bus towards Shiobara Onsen Bus Terminal and get off at Momijidani Otsuribashi /もみじ谷大吊橋 (Momijidani Suspension Bridge) Bus stop and walk 3 min to the Momijidani Suspension Bridge.
*Peak season can be very busy, especially on weekends, so make sure you have extra time planned.
We recommend using a travel app like Google Maps or Japan Transit Planner to find train times.
By Car
Via Nishi-Nasuno-Shiobara IC on the Tohoku Expressway
From Tokyo take the Tohoku Express way to Nishi-Nasuno-Shiobara IC (Tohoku Expressway). Get off and drive 10 min.
*Peak season can be very busy, especially on weekends, so make sure you have extra time planned.
We recommend using a travel app like Google Maps or Japan Transit Planner to find train times.
SPOT 2:
Tenguiwa Rock（天狗岩）
Kurenai Bridge（紅の吊橋）
Tennonoma Memorial Park（天皇の間記念公園）
Kotarougafuchi（小太郎が淵）
How to get there
Public Transport
3hrs from Tokyo by train (Shinkansen) & Bus.
Car
3hrs drive from Tokyo by car
Location & Address
Tenguiwa Rock（天狗岩）
Emperor’s Memorial Park / Tennonoma Memorial Park（天皇の間記念公園）*5min walk from Tenguiwa Rock
Kurenai Bridge（紅の吊橋）*25min walk from Tenguiwa Rock / 20 min wailk from Emperor’s Memorial Park
Kotarou-ga-fuchi（小太郎が淵）*45min walk from Tenguiwa Rock / 40 min wailk from Emperor’s Memorial Park
Address
Tenguiwa Rock
Shiobara, Nasushiobara City, Tochigi Pref
栃木県那須塩原市塩原
Access from Tokyo
By Public Transport
Via Nasushiobara Staiton (Tohoku Shinkansen)
From Tokyo, take the Tohoku Shinkansen (bullet train) to Nasuoshiobara station. From there take the JR bus towards Shiobara Onsen Bus terminal and get off at Fukudoguchi (福渡口) for Tenguiwa Rock and Shiobara Onsen Bus terminal (Last stop) for Kurenai Bridge.
*Peak season can get busy so please make sure you have extra time.
We recommend using a travel app like Google Maps or Japan Transit Planner to find train times.
By Car
Via Nishi-Nasuno-Shiobara IC on the Tohoku Express way
From Tokyo take the Tohoku Express way to Nishinasunoshiobara IC (Nishi-Nasuno-Shiobara IC) and drive 20 min.
*Peak season can get busy so please make sure you have extra time.
We recommend using a travel app like Google Maps or Japan Transit Planner to find train times.
SPOT 3:
Oonuma Park（大沼公園）
How to get there
Public Transport
3hrs 40min from Tokyo by train & Bus.
Car
3hrs drive from Tokyo by car
Location & Address
Oonuma Park (大沼公園) was the first nature trail to be established in Japan, and has been selected as one of the “100 best forest bathing forests in Japan.
Address
Oonuma Kouen (Park) 大沼公園
Yumotoshiobara, Nasu-Shiobara City, Tochigi Pref, Japan 329-2922
〒329-2922 栃木県那須塩原市湯本塩原
Access from Tokyo
By Car
Via Nishi-Nasuno-Shiobara IC on the Tohoku Express way
From Tokyo take the Tohoku Express way to Nishinasunoshiobara IC (Nishi-Nasuno-Shiobara IC) and drive 40 min.
*Peak season can get busy so please make sure you have extra time.
We recommend using a travel app like Google Maps or Japan Transit Planner to find train times.
SPOT 4:
Hunter Mountain Shiobara Gondola Lift（ハンターマウンテン塩原））
How to get there
Public Transport
Not accessible by public transportation. (Only way would be to take an hour taxi ride from nearest station)
Car
3hrs drive from Tokyo by car
Location & Address
Goldola lift to mountain peak during autumn season.
Address
Hunter Mountain Shiobara
Yumotoshiobara, Nasu-Shiobara City, Tochigi Pref, Japan 329-2922
〒329-2922 栃木県那須塩原市湯本塩原字前黒
Tel : 0287-32-4580
Access from Tokyo
By Car
Via Nishi-Nasuno-Shiobara IC on the Tohoku Express way
From Tokyo take the Tohoku Express way to Nishinasunoshiobara IC (Nishi-Nasuno-Shiobara IC) and drive 40 min.
*Peak season can get busy so please make sure you have extra time.
We recommend using a travel app like Google Maps or Japan Transit Planner to find train times.
Places to EAT in Nasu-Shiobara City
Places to STAY in Nasu-Shiobara City
Ryokan (Japanese style)
There are many traditional and modern style Onsen (hot spring) Ryokans in Shiobara Onsen. Most are located along Hoki River.
Hotel (Western style)
There are not many western style Hotels in Shiobara Onsen, however, there are many Onsen Ryokans with Western Style Rooms.
Holiday rental (Airbnb)
There are many houses and rooms available to rent on major rental websites.
Akasawa Onsen Ryokan
Visit our cosy Onsen (hot spring) Inn with friendly cats. From newly refurbished western style rooms to traditional tatami rooms as well as glamping & cabin stays. Vegan and vegetarian meal options are available. Groups are also welcome. Ask about optional tours to Aizu.
'Nasu-Shiobara City'
(learn more about this area)
Nasu-Shiobara City is two hours north of Tokyo. It's surrounded by mountains and has amazing hot springs (onsen) and outdoor activities!
Contact Details (Event Organizer)
Websites
Shiobara Onsen Tourist Office
Shiobara Onsen Official (External Link – English)
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