An illumination event centered around Toyotashi Station on the Meitetsu Mikawa Line, Illumination Story in Toyota displays countless light bulbs in a vast array of colors. The rotary in front of the east exit, the pedestrian deck near the west exit, and various other places make the city sparkle with illumination art. Keep an eye out for the dazzling sparkle all around the station area.

Korankei is known nationwide as a place to go and see autumn leaves. An autumn leaves viewing festival is held every year in November, which is the best time to see colored leaves on maple trees that are said to number around 4,000.

Japan is famous for its cherry blossom in spring and autumn leaves in fall, and that makes it difficult to choose when to come to Japan. But fear not! Aichi has the perfect solution for this dilemma.

Cherry blossoms and Thunberg's meadowsweets bloom along a 130-meter-long promenade in a Japanese-style garden. Known as Yukiyanagi in Japan, the snow-white blossoms contrast perfectly with the pale pink cherry buds in full bloom. Together, they create a beautiful, dream-like scenery. Visit the park from late March to early April to enjoy the flowers in bloom.

The Asian Fawnlilies of Asuke are located on slopes of Mt. Iimori facing northwestwards and occupy an area of about 0.5 hectares. Every year between about mid-March and early April it is possible to see the cute blossoms, which open almost all at once starting from a particularly warm day somewhere in the season. Curiously, if it rains or the sky is covered, the flowers do not show their graces. Almost at the same time, several othe...

Otaki Gorge is located along Niogawa River, the tributary of Tomoegawa River, in the city of Toyota near Asuke Town. Niogawa River is the resulting flow of six upstream water sources, and is rather calm until it gets to Komiyama District. From this point onward, and until it meets the Tomoegawa 1.8km away, it will descend 148 meters. This rapid and irregular flow creates various big rocks and odd stones, carving the great Otaki Valle...

Approximately 450 meters of red spider lilies bloom on both banks of the Aizumame River in the southwestern part of Toyota City, from Tenno Bridge (Marune-cho) to Otoko Bridge (Miyagami-cho). Many people from both inside and outside of Toyota City visit this place to observe and take photographs of these bright red flowers each year, known as higanbana in Japanese.

Starting in December of each year, columns are set up in a waterfall near Oidaira Park (Rokurogi) and water is poured over them every day to create enormous icicles, creating a frozen waterfall sculpture (hyobaku) that can be seen only in the winter. When illuminated at night, the ice sparkles with a mystical glow. It is gathering attention as one of the Inabu District's new attractions.

Starting in December of each year, columns are set up in a waterfall near Oidaira Park (Rokurogi) and water is poured over them every day to create enormous icicles, creating a frozen waterfall sculpture (hyobaku) that can be seen only in the winter. When illuminated at night, the ice sparkles with a mystical glow. It is gathering attention as one of the Inabu District's new attractions.

The virgin forest of Mennoki, filled with beech trees over 300 years old, is designated as a Special Protection Area of Tenryu-Okumikawa Quasi-National Park. When weather conditions such as subfreezing temperatures align, soft rime covers the trees as they sparkle beautifully in the early morning sun. The observation deck offers views of Mt. Fuji on some days.

Keyaki forest on Mt. Natsuyakejyoga is covered with wild Orange Spider Lilies, known as “Kitsune-no-Kamisori” in Japanese. During the blooming season in the middle of August, the area is carpeted in beautiful orange flowers.

Asahi Nature Highland (Asahi Kogen Genki-Mura) has a nice snow-covered slope, with snow made with machines. Kids can play with or without sleds - which are also available for rent. Ski and snowboards are prohibited, so its safe for parents' peace of mind, and kids can have a lots of fun! The slope has about 100 meters in length, and a powered conveyor will take the kids to the top of the hill again and again for endless fun! In the ...

STREET & PARK MARKET is held on the first and third Saturdays of every month. The carefully made items for sale range from handmade goods and accessories to antique items, old books, sweets, and other food made with organic ingredients. Hands-on experiences, massages, nail art, and other events are also part of this market. Enjoy a unique shopping experience at STREET & PARK MARKET.

An event that, for over 20 years, was continuously held under the title "Fujioka Fureai Festival," upon Fujioka's merging with Toyota-City in 2005 changed its name to its current form. However, the goals are the same: promote the touristic resources of the area and provide a venue for interaction and mingling, between both locals and involving visitors. Encompassing several venues centered around the Aichi Greenery Center (Aichi Ryok...

Enjoy experiential outdoor activities such as boarding a Hot Air Balloon, SUP (stand up paddleboarding), Air Canoe and others. Find such wildly fun outdoor activities at the Mikawa Kogen highlands around Lake Mikawa, the largest artificial lake in Aichi Prefecture, and take advantage of the accessible Value Set Plans that include food, accommodation and activities. An awesome destination for your Golden Week or autumn holidays.

The Oidaira Park is a widely known autumn leaves spot of the district of Inabu, eastern Toyota City. About 520 trees of Acer, Maple and Maiden’s Hair (Gingko biloba) all start to get vividly colored a bit earlier than the even more famous Korankei Valley, making for a good option for those in a hurry to see the beautiful autumnal hues of Aichi’s nature.