expression, noun
autumn, the best season for reading
A set phrase evoking the cultural idea that autumn's cool, comfortable weather is ideal for reading. Often used in seasonal greetings, book promotions, and literary contexts.
読書の秋ですね。最近どんな本を読んでいますか。
It's the season for reading, isn't it? What books have you been reading lately?
図書館では読書の秋に合わせて特別展示を行っている。
The library is holding a special exhibition for the autumn reading season.
Another seasonal phrase meaning 'autumn, the best season for sports,' referring to the pleasant weather for physical activity.
A modern set phrase combining 読書 (reading) and 秋 (autumn), reflecting the cultural association of autumn with intellectual pursuits due to the comfortable climate.