A ropeway ride through autumn-coloured mountain scenery
When to see autumn leaves on Mount Ishizuchi, from summit to foothills, and how to explore
“Autumn Leaves on Mount Ishizuchi” takes place on Mount Ishizuchi in Saijo, Ehime Prefecture, from October 4 to November 3, 2026. The autumn colours move from near the summit to Ishizuchi Shrine Jojusha, along the ropeway route and down to the foothills, offering visitors different places to explore depending on when they visit and how far they want to walk.
- Venue
- Mount Ishizuchi, Saijo, Ehime Prefecture
- Admission & participation
- The listed fare is for a round trip on the ropeway.
HIGHLIGHTS
Event highlights
Autumn colours reach different areas at different times
Autumn leaves on Mount Ishizuchi are usually at their best from early October to early November. The area near the summit typically peaks in early October, and as the season progresses, the colours move down the mountain towards the foothills.
As a rough guide, the area around Ishizuchi Shrine Jojusha is at its best around October 20, while the trees along the ropeway route colour up towards the end of October. These timings can help you plan whether to see the scenery near the summit or enjoy the autumn leaves around Jojusha and along the ropeway.
In November, the autumn colours spread to the foothills, including the trees around Sanpeki Gorge and Takataru. Rather than aiming for one specific peak date, decide which areas you want to visit first, then use the suggested timings as a guide when choosing your travel dates.
EVENT INFORMATION
Dates & participation
Official title石鎚山の紅葉
| Dates | 2026-10-04〜2026-11-03 |
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| Venue | Mount Ishizuchi, Saijo, Ehime Prefecture |
| Admission and participation | Round-trip ropeway fare: adults (junior high school students and older) ¥2,200; children (elementary school students) ¥1,100 |
| Address |
Fees & admission details
Round-trip ropeway fare
- Adults (junior high school students and older)
- ¥2,200
- Children (elementary school students)
- ¥1,100
- The listed fare is for a round trip on the ropeway.
Hours, admission rules, and ticket availability are subject to change. Please check the official website before heading out.
ACCESS
How to get there
Step-by-step guide
Things to consider before your visit
- 01
Plan your visit around the places you want to see
As a guide, the area near the summit is at its best in early October, the area around Jojusha around October 20, the ropeway route in late October and the foothills in November. The timing of the autumn colours may vary depending on the weather and other conditions.
- 02
Decide how far to walk
It is a 20-minute walk from Sancho Station to Jojusha. Mount Tengu is a further 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours on foot from Jojusha.
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Check transport and ropeway fares
Take a bus bound for Nishinokawa from Iyo-Saijo Station to Ropeway-mae. The round-trip fare is ¥2,200 for junior high school students and older, and ¥1,100 for elementary school students.
Detailed access info
From JR Yosan Line’s Iyo-Saijo Station, take a bus bound for Nishinokawa to Ropeway-mae, then ride the Ishizuchi Tozan Ropeway and get off at Sancho Station. Ishizuchi Shrine Jojusha is a 20-minute walk from there.
Decide how far to walk beyond the summit station
To get there, take a bus bound for Nishinokawa from JR Yosan Line’s Iyo-Saijo Station to Ropeway-mae, then ride the Ishizuchi Tozan Ropeway to Sancho Station. From there, it is a 20-minute walk to Ishizuchi Shrine Jojusha. Whether to walk to the area around Jojusha after getting off the ropeway is one factor to consider when planning your visit.
If you plan to continue to Mount Tengu, allow another 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours on foot from Jojusha. The walking time differs depending on whether you visit the area around Jojusha or continue towards the summit, so decide where you want to go based on the scenery you hope to see.
The listed fares are for a round trip on the Ishizuchi Tozan Ropeway: ¥2,200 for junior high school students and older, and ¥1,100 for elementary school students. Check the fare categories and plan your route based on the areas you want to see and how far you want to walk.
Mount Ishizuchi, Saijo, Ehime Prefecture
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