Taiwan is still bathed in red, but Hokkaido’s highest peak, “Mount Asahi,” is already crowned with silver white

▲The highest peak of Hokkaido, “Mount Asahi,” has seen its first snowfall of the year. (Photo / Screenshot from Youtube)

Travel Center / Comprehensive Report

While Taiwan is still “roasting sweet potatoes,” the highest peak of Hokkaido, Mount Asahi in the Daisetsuzan range, has already been blanketed in a layer of silvery white. According to a report by the Asahi Shimbun, the local meteorological observatory observed the first snowfall of the year on Mount Asahi on the 16th, three days earlier than last year and about nine days earlier than the average for previous years.

At this time, Hokkaido has also just entered its autumn foliage season. The scattered reds of the maple leaves contrast beautifully with the snow-white Mount Asahi, prompting many hikers who happen to be visiting the area to capture this rare sight while enjoying the autumn colors.