Autumn Foliage at Raichōzawa

Tateyama Autumn Colors ― A Poem of Crimson and Green Dyeing the Mountain Slopes

Autumn on Tateyama is brief yet vivid. From late September to early October, alpine plants like mountain ash and Japanese rock azalea turn crimson and orange, enveloping the entire mountain in a painterly palette. This photo captures a view from Raichozawa toward Mt. Oyama, showcasing the stunning contrast between the green of the dwarf pine covering the mountainside and the vibrant autumn foliage. On clear, crisp days, the distant ridgelines stand out sharply, allowing you to simultaneously feel the tranquility and power of the autumn mountains. It is the moment when the land of Tateyama comes alive with its most vivid splendor of the year.

Autumn’s Brocade Adorning Raichōzawa

Autumn scenery of Mt. Tateyama viewed from Raichōzawa. At your feet, grasses turn crimson, spreading like a carpet of red and yellow across the earth. Behind, the peaks of Mt. Tateyama rise, embracing rugged ridges, their slopes dotted with autumn colors announcing the changing season. Mountain huts and tents blend into the autumn landscape, reflecting Raichōzawa’s charm as a place of respite for climbers.

The Path Leading to the Autumn Ridge

Hikers traverse the path from Raichōzawa to Bessan. Amidst autumn-hued mountainsides and a clear blue sky, small human figures blend into the vast natural landscape. Crossing the stone bridge feels like a symbol connecting nature and humanity, a scene that evokes the joy of walking embraced by the bosom of Mt. Tateyama.