Traveling to Japan isn’t just about viewing maple leaves—don’t miss these five stunning red spider lily fields!

By/Scenic Spots Home compiled report
 
Starting in September, Japan prepares to enter its peak maple leaf viewing season, attracting many visitors each year who come to admire the fiery red foliage. But autumn in Japan offers more than just maple and ginkgo trees—the lesser-known red spider lily blooms earlier, putting on a dazzling display in mid-September. Below are five top Japanese red spider lily fields to explore the mysterious beauty of these crimson blooms.

1.Aichi Prefecture’s “Yashigawa”
Aichi Prefecture’s Handa City is known as the birthplace of the fairy tale “The Fox’s Flute.” Along the banks of the local “Yashigawa,” up to 3 million red spider lilies are planted. Visiting in autumn allows you to enjoy the breathtaking spectacle of the red flower sea, and also experience the annual “Okuni Autumn Festival,” which is especially popular with families.

2.Fukuoka Prefecture’s “YOSHIBITerraced Fields”
The “YOSHIBI Terraced Fields” are located in Yamato City, Fukuoka Prefecture. The red spider lilies bloom here every year from mid to late September, where the crimson flower sea intertwines with the green terraces, adding a vivid splash of color and an autumn atmosphere to the pastoral landscape.

3.Nara Prefecture’s “Katsuragi Ikazuchi Hachiman Shrine”
Nara Prefecture’s Gose City is home to the “Katsuragi Ikazuchi Hachiman Shrine,” famous for its 1,200-year-old ginkgo tree. From mid to late September each year, walking along the ancient path in front of the shrine toward Kuhonji Temple lets you explore a hidden flower sea, where clusters of red spider lilies intermingle beautifully with golden rice ears.

4.Gifu Prefecture’s “Tsuya River Embankment”
The “Tsuya River Embankment” is a well-known red spider lily spot in Gifu Prefecture. Approximately 100,000 red spider lilies are planted along the 3-kilometer-long embankment. On sunny days, the crimson flower sea reflected on the river creates a dreamlike scene, making it a must-visit location for photography enthusiasts.