Author: vc-dev

The photos show Sounkyo Gorge as it looks today.
Although some withering is becoming noticeable in the upper areas, the fall foliage continues to be beautiful. However, the season appears to be passing its peak.
It’s hard to predict how the typhoon will affect the leaves in the days ahead; however, so far the coloring this year is just as lovely in the gorge as it was in the mountains.
For mountain information, see: http://sounkyovc.net/trails/kuro/141005soun.pdf
Photos: Sounkyo Gorge Oct. 5

The photos show Momijidani Valley, Sounkyo’s popular walking course, as it appears today.
The colors are still beautiful, although the season seems to be passing its peak. If you’re planning to visit Momijidani to see the fall foliage, it may be best to do so soon.
With today being Sunday, the roads are jammed with cars. The fall leaves are also beautiful at the hot spring village, so I would recommend enjoying them there as a part of a walk.
Photos: Momijidani Oct. 5

The photo on the left shows Sounkyo Gorge and that on the right shows Momijidani Valley, Sounkyo’s popular walking course.
The fall foliage is still beautiful in both areas, although some withering can be seen in the upper areas of the gorge.
Today the weather has alternated between sunshine and clouds.
As would be expected, the leaves look much more attractive when there is at least some blue sky above.
Sometimes due to strong winds, there are times of the day when the leaves are not so beautiful, so it’s best to time your visit by watching the conditions.
Even though today is just a regular weekday, there are many cars parked along the national route, their occupants out taking photographs. I hope that everyone will take care to avoid accidents.
There are still rich fall colors to enjoy, but unfortunately the weather forecast is not very good. If you’re planning to visit to see the fall foliage, it may be best to do so soon.
It should be remembered that the scenery changes day by day. The colors could become even richer the following day, or they could dim. Predictions are impossible, as everything depends on the weather. However, as of today, the fall foliage is still beautiful.
For mountain information, see: http://sounkyovc.net/trails/kuro/141001soun.pdf
Photos: Sounkyo Gorge (left) and Momijidani (right) Oct. 1

The weather was clear and sunny early this morning, but right now black clouds are overhead.
The weather is deteriorating. The forecast is predicting temperatures that could bring snow not only to the mountains but the flatlands as well.
The weather is a cause of concern, as the fall colors remain beautiful in the gorge. What’s more, strong winds are predicted for the next few days.
The photos show an area near the Sounkyo Picnic Site and Momijidani Valley, Sounkyo’s popular walking course. The colors have become even more beautiful.
The fall colors are also spreading around Sounkyo’s other popular sightseeing spot: the Ginga-no-Taki and Ryusei-no-Taki Falls.
For mountain information, see: http://sounkyovc.net/trails/kuro/140930soun.pdf
Photos: Sounkyo Gorge (left) and Momijidani (right) Sep. 30