On the ocean side of Kanagawa Prefecture, in Ninomiya Town and neighboring Oiso, there's a bakery I absolutely adore and a superb park with stunning autumn foliage that isn't widely known. Though they're neighboring stations, it's a bit of a distance—about an hour's walk—but only ten minutes or so by car or bicycle. With such an exceptional location, it's a must-include on this course.

First, aim to arrive at Boulangerie Yamashita, which opens at 10:00 AM, as early as possible. Their bread sells out fairly quickly, so arriving by around 11:00 AM ensures you can freely choose your favorite bread. You'll find incredibly delicious, blissful bread here. The dilemma is whether to enjoy it in the lovely shop or have a picnic-style meal at Azumayama Park while viewing the autumn leaves. If it's chilly, I recommend ordering soup to go with it inside! Then, enjoy a little hike up Azumayama while taking in the autumn colors. On clear days, you can see Mount Fuji perfectly, and the coastal towns visible from the summit are beautiful. A leisurely stroll takes about 40-50 minutes. Next, head to Oiso and enjoy the autumn leaves at Oiso Shiroyama Park. This is also a very lovely park where you can snap plenty of beautifully composed photos. There's a tea house too, so taking a short break there is also an option.

Finally, head to ATELIER SANTi for the second round of delicious bread and the gelato you absolutely must try when you're here. It offers a slightly different vibe from Boulangerie Yamashita, with its simple design and relaxing atmosphere. This course really packs in all the best spots, making it feel like a gem of autumn. You can cover it in half a day to a little over, so it's highly recommended!