Sightseeing

Lake Kawaguchi Momiji Corridor

📍 Kawaguchi, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi (north shore of Lake Kawaguchi)

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Quick Facts

Location: Japan, Fujikawaguchiko
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: 30-60 minutes
Opening Hours: The corridor is open for strolls around the clock; festival night illumination runs to about 21:00
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free; festival stalls and illumination are free to enjoy
Address: Kawaguchi, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi (north shore of Lake Kawaguchi)
Coordinates: 35.5177, 138.7667

Introduction

The Lake Kawaguchi Momiji Corridor (Momiji Kairo) lines the Nashi-gawa river on the north shore of Lake Kawaguchi — the most famous autumn-foliage spot of the Fuji Five Lakes. Some 400-500 tall maples stand along both banks, their branches meeting over the water into a red tunnel with Mount Fuji at the far end: maple leaves and a snow cap in one frame, among the most photographed autumn scenes in Japan. Every November the Fujikawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival takes over the banks (2026 marks its 28th edition, 7-29 November), with food and craft stalls and illumination from sunset (about 16:30) until around 21:00 — the lit tunnel at night is more romantic and far less crowded than by day. Strolling the corridor is free and the area is open around the clock, a relaxed way to savour autumn without paying for a ticket.

✨ Highlights

The Maple Tunnel

Some 400-500 tall maples meet over the river, forming a red corridor.

Fuji in One Frame

Mount Fuji fills the far end of the tunnel — maples and snow cap together.

Night Illumination

During the festival the tunnel is lit from sunset (about 16:30) until around 21:00.

Festival Stalls

7-29 November 2026: riverside food and craft stalls, 9:00-19:00.

The Bridge Vantage

Midway along the corridor, a small bridge frames the valley without crowds in shot.

Lakeside Pairings

Near Oishi Park and the Kubota Itchiku Art Museum for a north-shore half-day walk.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time：Peak foliage runs early to mid-November (2026 forecast around 17 November); weekends are packed — go weekday mornings.

→Duration：30-60 minutes; 2-3 hours with the night illumination and a lakeside walk.

→Clothing：Cold mornings and nights by the lake in November — bring a warm coat and scarf; wet leaves make paths slippery.

→Opening Hours：The corridor is open for strolls around the clock; festival night illumination runs to about 21:00

→Transportation：From Kawaguchiko Station take the Red Line loop bus to Kubota Itchiku Art Museum stop, then about 5 min on foot

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free; festival stalls and illumination are free to enjoy

💡 Tips

• Peak foliage is early to mid-November — the 2026 forecast points to around 17 November; check the official prediction before you go.

• Night illumination runs only during the festival (7-29 November 2026, until about 21:00) — worth staying overnight for it.

• The last loop bus back is around 18:30 and may be full in peak season; budget a taxi after a night walk.

• For an uncrowded tunnel shot, walk to the small bridge late in the corridor; early morning gives the softest light.

• Parking is scarce — take the loop bus on festival weekends or arrive very early by car.

• Pair it with Oishi Park, the Kubota Itchiku Art Museum and the lakeside Momiji Street (about 1.5 km).

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Lake Kawaguchi Momiji Corridor?

The corridor is open for strolls around the clock; festival night illumination runs to about 21:00

How much is the admission for Lake Kawaguchi Momiji Corridor?

Adult: Free; Free; festival stalls and illumination are free to enjoy

Any practical tips for visiting Lake Kawaguchi Momiji Corridor?

Peak foliage is early to mid-November — the 2026 forecast points to around 17 November; check the official prediction before you go. Night illumination runs only during the festival (7-29 November 2026, until about 21:00) — worth staying overnight for it.