In early November, a photo taken in a park in Sapporo, Hokkaido, has been gathering a lot of attention on social media. Red and yellow fallen leaves lie scattered on a light dusting of snow. It's a beautiful scene that looks just like "the moment where autumn meets winter."

Fallen leaves scattered over a blanket of snow is a familiar sight for those living in Sapporo. When this photo, highlighting the striking contrast between the white snow and the red and yellow leaves, was posted on X, it received over 1,000 reposts and comments like, "Is it autumn or winter?", "It looks like red jewels scattered on the snow," and "It's a work of art!"

Photos Capturing the Changing Seasons in Sapporo

Sapporo landscapes captured by Aru

The person behind this post is Aru, a resident of Sapporo, Hokkaido, who photographs and shares pictures of wild flowers. In addition to this photo of fallen leaves and the first snow, Aru has been posting a series of beautiful moments capturing Sapporo's transition from autumn to winter.

It's an expression of the season that can only be seen in Sapporo, a city blessed with abundant nature. These photos, capturing such fleeting moments, have captivated the hearts of many.