Consider this your intro to 𝘮𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘫𝘪𝘨𝘢𝘳𝘪, one of Japan’s oldest seasonal rituals. 🍁 The term literally means “hunting” for red leaves. It reflects an appreciation for impermanence, capturing the brief moment when maples turn vivid crimson before they fall. From Kyoto’s temple gardens to Nikko’s mountain passes, people have been chasing these colors since the 8th century. Come experience it for yourself next fall. 😉 Apps for Japan 2026 open at worldstrides.com/higher-ed. . . . 📸 @adrian_cisowski 📚 @arizonastateuniversity @asuglobaleducation #momijigari #fallinjapan #japantravel #culturalheritage #worldstrides