Walking through the Autumn Color Tunnel that wraps the city on the zelkova tree-lined streets of Fuchu
The zelkova trees lining Fuchu's zelkova tree-lined avenue turn from green to yellow to orange with the seasons, creating a large tunnel that seems to encompass the entire town. The leaves sparkle when the sun shines, and the silhouette of the rows of zelkova trees is beautifully enhanced by the backlight. The expression of the trees changes with the time of day, making this one of the most popular spots to view the city in autumn, where you can find “picture-perfect moments” just by walking around.
Key points for photography
The key to photographing this scene is to stand in the center of the row of trees and emphasize the depth of the scene by being aware of the tunnel-like effect created by the zelkova trees. In the morning and evening, light shines through from a low angle, softening the colors of the leaves, so it is advisable to take both forward-lit and back-lit shots. Including the lines of the sidewalk and street lights in the frame will add an urban rhythm. Daring to include people and bicycles to create a sense of scale is also effective, resulting in a shot that blends the city and nature in a way that is only possible along zelkova-lined avenues.
Best viewing and photography timing
Best Season
秋
Recommended times
昼
Access & Basic Information (Check Before Shooting)
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | Fuchu City, Tokyo |
| subject | Zelkova |
| Admission fee | None |
| Admission Time | None |
| Parking lot | None |
| Restroom | None |
