Momiji in Okutama
A Japanese maple (momiji) showcasing vibrant reds and oranges, its twisted branches reaching skyward from a steep slope overlooking the lush forests of Hikawa Gorge, nestled in the mountain village of Okutama, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan.
Autumn Ravine
Hikawa Gorge viewed from Moegi Bridge, showcasing the Tama River headwaters gently flowing through subdued late autumn foliage under an overcast sky in Okutama, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan.
Moegi Bridge
The view of Hikawa Gorge from Moegi Bridge, a pedestrian suspension bridge, showcases the vivid autumn landscape along the steep shores of the Tama River headwaters in the rural town of Okutama, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan.
Vibrant Autumn Shrubbery
A canopy of vibrant reds and oranges in full autumn splendor frames a narrow footpath, inviting visitors to explore the lush evergreen forest of Hikawa Gorge in Tokyo Prefecture, Japan.
Autumn’s Arrival
Along the trail to Tateshina-Otaki Falls in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, the lush moss of the Tateshina-Genserin Primeval Forest blanketed the ground, while a scattering of fallen leaves and clusters of mushrooms emerged here and there, subtly heralding the approach of autumn.