Chasing Japan’s autumn foliage on foot

IN Japan, autumn brings “momijigari,” the centuries-old tradition of “red leaf hunting.” where fiery autumn foliage transforms mountain trails, temple towns and forested valleys into vivid shades of crimson and gold. While Kyoto often dominates conversations around autumn foliage, some of Japan’s most spectacular “momijigari” experiences are found along quieter walking routes – where cedar forests, volcanic coastlines and mist-covered mountain vall