November is the busiest tourist month in Kyoto where temples, shrines, parks, and gardens are filled with fall colors. Special light up events create fantastic night views in many locations during this time. The autumn light up event in Kiyomizu Temple is held through December 6, 2009.

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Beautiful autumn leaves can be viewed in mid to late November in Mount Takao which is a popular hiking destination in Tokyo. It takes less than one hour by train to Takaosan-guchi Station from Shinjuku, and you can also take the cable car or the lift to halfway up the mountain where the Takaosan Yakuoin Temple is located. It's the best spot to see red and orange Japanese maple leaves in Mount Takao, and the leaves peak in late November. If you take a hike to the mountain's peak, Mt. Fuji can be viewed on clear days.

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The annual November Grand Sumo Tournament (Kyushu-basho) is held from November 15 - 29, 2009 at Fukuoka Kokusai Center. Check the ticket information and go to see exciting Japanese sumo matches in Fukuoka where you can also find many tourist attractions.

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To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the enthronement of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan, Japan's government ministries and agencies have been carrying out many events this year besides the public celebration on November 12, 2009 in Tokyo. Let's take advantage of free admission to the following tourist attractions in the coming week.

Free Admission to Shinjuku Gyoen Garden on November 12, 14, and 15 in 2009

Free Admission to 12 National Museums in Japan on November 12 in 2009

Free Admission to 12 National Government Parks in Japan on November 14 or 15 in 2009

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Shinjuku Gyoen Photo (c) Shizuko Mishima, licensed to About.com