After Japan’s hot and humid summer, autumn arrives with cooler, more comfortable weather—and is traditionally known as a season for enjoying and immersing yourself in a variety of activities. One of them is “the autumn of art.”

One of the best places to enjoy art surrounded by the beauty of autumn foliage is the Hakone Open-Air Museum.

Set in a spacious natural landscape, the museum features sculptures displayed throughout its grounds, along with playful installations that combine art with a sense of fun, including large nets and mazes that visitors can actually climb and explore.

There is also a foot bath and a café within the museum grounds, making it a wonderful place to slow down and enjoy a leisurely stroll while discovering your own favorite works of art.