A thick mossy branch against a glorious background of red maple leaves (Photo: Cathy Cawood)

Autumn along Biwako Canal

Enjoy the colorful leaves as you walk the canal path

Cathy Cawood   - 1分钟阅读时间

The same canal in Yamashina that has stunning scenes of sakura and yellow canola blossom blooming together in spring is also a great place to enjoy autumn scenery. The orange of the cherry trees and the varied reds of maples create a rich tapestry of warm color that is reflected on the canal surface. My favorite spots are the red bridge that leads to Honkoku-ji and the area just before the canal emerges from the tunnel through the mountains between Lake Biwa and Yamashina. In that place the steep banks are planted with large maples that turn brilliant scarlet.

Cathy Cawood

Cathy Cawood @cathy.cawood

 I came to Japan in 2003 to teach English. I lived in Shiga prefecture for 1 year, and it still holds a special place in my heart. I lived in Kyoto for 9 years, then moved to Machida, Tokyo in 2014 after meeting my Japanese partner. I love to take photos, and my Japan in Pictures Facebook page ha...