Momijidani Park
A forest valley on Miyajima Island filled with hundreds of Japanese maple trees. Best visited in November when the crimson canopy reflects in the stream below. The ropeway to Mt. Misen starts here.
1–2 hours (park only)
Free (park); ropeway round-trip ¥2,000 (adult)
Open 24 hours; park facilities 8:30–17:00
autumn
15 min walk from Miyajima ferry terminal; free entry to park
Location
Why Visit
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November maple foliage rated among Japan's finest
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Stream reflects autumn color from both banks
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Mt. Misen ropeway departs from the valley floor
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Momiji manjyu — maple-leaf cakes sold in over 20 flavors
Local Tips
Momijidani (Maple Valley) Park peaks mid-November when maples blaze red and orange. The path along the Momijidani River to the ropeway base station is free and uncrowded early morning. Deer wander freely through the park — do not feed them.
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