Best Nature Spot List

Originally created as part of the Imperial Palace, the gardens are now open to the public.

There are historical sites and ancient trees that date back to the Meiji period and also many sports facilities on this vast premises. The rows of ginkgo trees with their yellow leaves are also famous.

Located at the southeastern part of Miura Peninsula in Kanagawa Prefecture, this food-lover's destination brims with local foods such as fresh tuna and farm vegetables.

This Japanese garden is a scenic spot filled with Japanese aesthetics and was opened by Sankei Hara, a silk business tycoon. There, historical buildings stand such as a three-story pagoda and tea houses.

Here at Bodaigi Pond, you can view a satoyama (mountain foothill) landscape. It is a tranquil spot where you can hear the chirping of birds.

Japan’s largest lake, replete with noteworthy places and leisure opportunities

A great view overlooking the the Five Storied Pagoda of Kofukuji Temple

It takes five minutes to the mountain peak by ropeway. Near the top is the okumiya (rear shrine) of Hodosan Shrine, a small animal park and a Japanese allspice garden.

A mystical, sacred place of Shugendo, or Japanese mountain asceticism-shamanism incorporating Shinto and Buddhist concepts

A natural park in the Kichijoji area. Popular among families and couples as a place they can enjoy the nature and culture of Musashino and interact with animals.

A lighthouse with an observation platform that is affectionately considered a symbol of Shonan. Its distinctive features are a majestic view of the ocean and illumination that changes color with the seasons.

An urban oasis in Osaka and home to the Main Tower of Osaka-jo Castle. Together with plum trees and cherry trees, the park provides scenic beauty unique to each season.

Lots of beautiful roses

Experience spelunking at this National Natural Treasure

A landscaped Japanese garden with a traditional Japanese house and a modern Western house

Gaze out on a fantastic aerial view of the city 173 meters up

Some of Japan's best, gently colored cherry blossoms

A large rock protruding into the ocean

A nature park offering a panoramic view of Sagami Bay, with flowers all year round

Tour around the beautiful marshlands