Information checked: August 27, 2026, 8:32 AM JST.
The Yamanakako Tourism Association has posted the planned 2026 dates for the Sunset Shore Autumn Leaves Festival at Asahigaoka Lakeside Park. Visitors can walk the lakeside area throughout the day, while the maple illumination operates in the evening.
Key Facts For Travelers
Daytime And Evening Visits Feel Different
The official page says the park can be walked throughout the day. Morning and daytime visits are better for natural color and a quieter path, while the evening period adds warm lighting under the trees.
The dates remain marked as planned, and autumn color depends on weather and temperature. Recheck the official page near the visit rather than treating the full period as a guarantee of peak foliage.
Bus Access Is Straightforward
Asahigaoka bus stop is about a five-minute walk from the main venue. The Keio Ripple-mae bus stop is listed as about one minute away, giving bus travelers another nearby reference point.
After the illumination, evening services may be less frequent than daytime buses. Check the return timetable before entering the long lakeside path and avoid waiting until the automatic 8:30 PM switch-off to start planning the trip back.
Parking And Event Facilities
The tourism association says large-bus parking is reservation-only and must be arranged by phone or inquiry form. It does not provide a guaranteed general-car parking allocation on the event page, so drivers should verify current parking instructions before setting out.
Food and event stalls are planned, but individual operating times and vendors may change. Carry a layer for the colder lakeside evening and stay on the lit pedestrian route.
Traveler Actions
- Recheck the official event page for color updates and final program details.
- Choose daytime for natural foliage or 4:30-8:30 PM for illumination.
- Confirm the evening return bus before walking into the venue.
- Drivers should verify current parking instructions; large buses require advance reservation.
- Bring a warm layer and use the illuminated pedestrian path after dark.
Official Sources
Update History
- August 27, 2026: Created from the official Yamanakako event page with the planned October 30-November 15 dates, 4:30-8:30 PM illumination, bus access, satellite lighting, and large-bus reservation rule.
