Best Nature Spot List

Strolling around ponds colored subtle shades of blue

Immerse yourself in the picturesque scenery of the nature

A garden which received the Award of Garden Excellence at the 17th World Convention of Rose Societies (2015). It is a garden where you can appreciate 10,000 roses of 1,500 varieties.

Welcome to the world of transparent blue

The Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto, a favored tourist attraction among LIVE JAPAN readers, invites you to immerse yourself in an enriching cultural experience. Just a brisk 15-minute train ride and an additional pleasant 10-minute walk from Kyoto Station, this serene escape offers a stunning backdrop for unforgettable memories. Opt for a traditional rickshaw ride while adorning a traditional kimono, and revel in the exquisite views of the bamboo groves as you capture timeless photographs. This beautiful locale represents a fusion of Japan's natural splendor and historic traditions.

Gaze out on Ago Bay from a deck

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

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.

This is a large, nature-infused urban park with lush greenery and an abundance of seasonal flowers such as poppies in spring and cosmos flowers in autumn.

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

This is a park in Yokosuka with the triple themes of water, light, and sound. It is ranked one of Japan's top 100 city parks and top 100 historical parks.

Stroll around the beautiful, mystical lakes and ponds

Picturesque white sands and green pine trees at the base of the Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge

Built as Japan's first suburban park. Has a variety of attractions for a fun stroll including Inokashira Pond, Gotenyama, sports facilities and a park.

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.

A scenic park selected as one of the New Tokyo 100 Views. The verdant park has a baseball field, tennis courts, and an athletic open space.

A path stretching through the verdant Kumano region

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

Lake Kawaguchiko is known for offering the one of the best views of the beautifully symmetrical Mount Fuji.

A trekking spot surrounded by mother nature