
Autumn is beautiful in Japan. The vibrant colours of the leaves provide many opportunities for festive events celebrating the season throughout the country. The ever popularMount Takao, on the outskirts of western Tokyo, is no exception.Held each year throughout November, the Mount Takao Autumn Leaves Festival celebrates the joy of the leaves with various performances held at Kiyotake cable car station at the base of the mountain.November national holidays and weekends will see demonstrations oftaikodrumming, Japanese orchestral concerts, recitals as well asyosakoifestival dancing, an exciting fusion of tradition and modernity that is danced all over Japan.The reds, oranges, and yellows of Mount Takao's leaves are a beautiful backdrop to these performances. As always, food and drinks are available, as well souvenirs likekokeshidolls and traditionally presented Japanese sake.
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Takaomachi, Hachioji, Tokyo 193-0844 (Map)
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