By / Scenic Spots Home Editorial Team Photo / Wandering on Clouds – Alishan
Northeast Japan is home to many hidden maple leaf spots and hot spring resorts. Even from the highway, you can take in this sea of crimson, making driving here a joyful experience.
An arched bridge spanning a river valley on the highway. (Photo / Wandering on Clouds – Alishan)
In Japan, national highways are similar to Taiwan’s provincial highways. National Route 341 in the northeast is lined with mountains and valleys blanketed in crimson leaves.
Maple leaves in the northeast that look like a painting. (Photo / Wandering on Clouds – Alishan)
This stretch of highway leads to Tamagawa Onsen in Hachimantai, where the fiery foliage along the river valley-clad mountainsides is boldly stunning.
Park your car safely by the roadside and walk onto the bridge to admire this northeastern “maple” view. (Photo / Wandering on Clouds – Alishan)
The beauty of the northeast’s crimson leaves seems endless, wave after wave. Every turn reveals another vast expanse of red foliage, rushing into view, overwhelming the senses.
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The entire mountain is steeped in autumn hues. (Photo / Wandering on Clouds – Alishan)
With such beautiful national highway scenery, one can only say how lucky the locals are to enjoy such captivating views every autumn and winter.
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