Autumn Leaves in Osaka in Late November: Will You Catch Them? (2026)
In an average year, Osaka's autumn leaves reach peak color around November 22. For a November 21–30 trip, the chance of overlapping peak color is ~96%, and the chance of seeing at least some autumn color is ~98%.
96%chance of peak colorGood odds — you should catch them.
usual color
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Nov 4darker = peak colorDec 8
What you'll likely see
Colours turning · ~2.5 daysPeak colour · ~5 daysFalling / past peak · ~2.5 days
Peak colour — maples at their deepest reds. Gardens and temple grounds are at their best (and busiest).
See Osaka hotels for November 21–30 →
Peak-season rooms in Osaka sell out months ahead.
Things to do in Osaka →About these numbers: Famous viewing spots in Osaka typically peak about 9 days earlier than JMA's reference tree at the city observatory; these odds follow the spots' typical timing. Why?
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