Momiji @ Minoo, Osaka

Momiji - literally called Red leaves (refering to the red Maple leaves), is one of Japan's best season (other than Hanami - Sakura flower viewing). It depends on the temperature changes and the wind direction, but the best time to view the red maple leaves is in late November. There are several locations to view the spectacular scenery, but my recommendation is to go very early in the morning to avoid the congestion.

It's been more than 2 years I haven't been Momiji viewing, so this time, with my 2 wives (referring to my 2 cameras). I planned to make a trip to Minoo, Osaka (also a place famous for drifting).























The bridge area, and the river is always crowded on weekends. Even people picnic on the rocks on the river















Then we reached Katsuo-ji. A temple with beautful gardens. We got a parking lot and it was a hefty 500 yen / 1st two hours. Then, the temple's entry fee was 400 yen / person, so we gave up cause it is a little too expensive. Instead we took some pictures from the outside. Anyway, it is beatiful enough at FOC.







I got back home at 12 noon and straight to classes.... tiring but it was good. It's more tiring spending time in front of the PC with post processing than at the spot taking pictures.