紅葉狩(もみじが)り

もみじがり
noun
autumn leaf viewing
1. autumn leaf viewing; maple leaf viewing
The activity of going out to view autumn foliage, especially maple leaves.
秋(あき)に紅葉狩(もみじが)りに行(い)く。
To go autumn leaf viewing in fall.
京都(きょうと)は紅葉狩(もみじが)りの名所(めいしょ)だ。
Kyoto is a famous spot for autumn leaf viewing.
紅葉狩(もみじが)りで山(やま)を散策(さんさく)する。
To stroll in the mountains for autumn leaf viewing.

紅葉狩(もみじが)り is a traditional autumn activity in Japan, similar to 花見(はなみ) (cherry blossom viewing) in spring.

WORD ORIGIN:
狩(か)り originally meant "hunting" but evolved to mean "viewing" or "enjoying" nature.

SEASON:
Typically enjoyed from late October through November, depending on the region.

Related Words

Related: 花見(はなみ) (cherry blossom viewing)
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Added 2026.1.16 17:15 · Revised 2026.1.19 21:17
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