Nov 11, 2014 - 1 min read

Autumn Leaves Along Shuzenji River

Brilliant autumn color comes to the Bamboo Forest

By Masayoshi Hirose

Community writer

Translated by Takako Sakamoto

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Katsura Bridge over Shuzenji River. The Autumn leaves are as colorful as the vermilion bridge. (Photo: Masayoshi Hirose)

The river flows through a tunnel of autumn leaves! (Photo: Masayoshi Hirose)

Morning sun filtered through the leaves as I strolled along a pathway through the Bamboo Forest (Photo: Masayoshi Hirose)

Look up and see many small hand-shaped leaves (Photo: Masayoshi Hirose)

What a wonderful gradation of red leaves and blue sky! (Photo: Masayoshi Hirose)

This Bamboo Forest lives up to its reputation! Green and red leaves complement each other. (Photo: Masayoshi Hirose)

Shuzenji River flowing quietly under the blazing fall foliage (Photo: Masayoshi Hirose)

On November 25th, 2012, I visited Izu to enjoy the autumn leaves around Shuzenji and inside the natural parkland there. I took my time and leisurely explored the area.

In autumn, any place famous for gorgeous leaves will be crowded. So, as soon as the dawn broke I stepped out of my hotel and strolled along the pathway through the Bamboo Forest in the early morning.

As I expected, I met only locals who were enjoying their daily morning walk, and a few photographers like me who woke up early to take photos without crowds.

Here and there, the morning sun was shining through leaves. The clear leaves highlighted by the morning sunshine were reflected on the river surface. It was extremely beautiful.

Autumn Leaves at Shuzenji in Izu Series 1. Autumn Leaves Along Shuzenji River 2. Gorgeous Colors of Shuzenji Forest

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Elizabeth S 4 years ago

Wow. You have a great eye for this gorgeous place.

Masayoshi Hirose Photographer 4 years ago

I’ve got a very delicate eyes.

Preethu 8 years ago

Stunning pictures.

Masayoshi Hirose Photographer 4 years ago

Thank you very much!You too, please try and go once.

Victoria Vlisides 8 years ago

Such beautiful colors! Nice

Masayoshi Hirose Photographer 4 years ago

Thanks! It was awesome.

Sandra Isaka 8 years ago

I was in Shuzenji yesterday and the fall colors are late this year - they are currently at their peak and look just like these photos. I highly recommend a visit!