The Autumn Foliage Photowalk at Ueno Park in Tokyo

Hi, Worldmappin! I'm back with my Japan travel posts. I spent nine days in Tokyo, and there were a lot of things to do there. This is my 8th entry of the #winterchallenge.

Ueno is near Asakusa so I had no trouble taking the train from my place. I've heard many good things about Ueno and why Asakusa and Ueno should be part of your travel bucket list.

Ueno is one of the best places to spend time for the spring season. A lot of cherry blossoms here. But it is also one of the best places to experience the autumn foliage in Tokyo.

Saigo Takamori Statue

Upon arrival at Ueno Park I met this Saigo Takamori Statue who was a key figure in the Meiji restoration. The statue was surrounded by gingko trees. He was a samurai and committed suicide to avoid being captured.

Of course, a lot of tourists visited the place but maple trees were popping its red color.

I was just doing my photo walk and enjoyed watching this golden tree aka gingko tree on the left side.

Kiyomizu Kannon-do

I love this photo. I have an enhanced version of this photo and I find this a perfect shot because of the Japanese girls wearing kimono, the red maple tree, and a temple.

You can't help but take a lot of photos here. Everything was magical here.

Fiery red maple tree in the background.

I was thinking if only I was into sketching and painting while traveling I would enjoy it here.

Yes, Ueno Park is so lovely.

Tsuki no Matsu

A tree with a circular branch depicting the Moon Pine. I was confused how the artist was able to do this.

The autumn foliage spots are everywhere here at Ueno Park.

In another selfie, several people loved their photos taken with the orange, red, and green autumn foliage.

Just by staying near the hall, different autumn foliage was everywhere. I was really at peace as a solo traveler.

Time to move to another spot.

Cherry Blossoms sighting

I thought it was just a dead tree. Hahaha! But I was excited when I saw the emerging blooms of Cherry Blossoms.

The 50 mm lens justified this photo.

Continue the Photowalk

If you see those branches of trees without leaves, those are the Cherry Blossoms. During spring time a lot of people spend their time with friends and celebrate Hanami.

There I was enjoying my selfie timer photo.

The family enjoyed playing with the fall leaves.

I just continued to walk and the autumn foliage is indeed picturesque.

I just wanted my photos taken here in different corners of colorful autumn foliage.

Here's another selfie.

I turned on the flash and it was indeed a pop-up of colors.

Even just going down felt like a fairy tale.

These are Cherry Blossom trees. Imagine yourself if it was springtime, from grey to pink colors.

Torii gates at Hanazono Inari Shrine

Too bad I wasn't able to visit this place but these are the Torii gates at Hanazono Inari Shrine. One day is not enough. If I could visit Tokyo again I would stay Asakusa or Ueno. I just want to stay in Tokyo for a month. Haha!

Going to Ueno Toshogu Shrine

What a wonderful view of the parking lot.

Because of Japan, it made me fall in love with autumn.

To be honest, you won't feel lonely visiting the shrines and temples in Japan when you are surrounded by autumn foliage.

If you're into digital photography, just make sure to bring backup batteries.

On our way to see the Karamon Gate.

No words can explain but enjoy these wonderful sceneries.

The Karamon Gate is covered with gold foil.

Indeed, Japan is very rich in history.

And I captured this little boy praying in front of the Karamon gate. Of course, I captured a cute Japanese guy who passed by. Hahaha!

Kaneiji Five-Story Pagoda

The Kaneiji Five-Story Pagoda is an important cultural property. It stands 36 meters tall.

As a photographer, I would love to bring my friends here. I could take photos of them and use them as a photography portfolio.

These photos are not edited but taken as is.

Anyway, I hope you enjoyed my photo walk at Ueno Park. Don't forget to visit this place when you're in Tokyo, Japan.