Best Forests & Mountains Spot List

An iconic landmark of Japan that offers breathtaking views. Many LIVE JAPAN readers book tours to Mt. Fuji or nearby hot springs inns with views of the famous peak before visiting Japan. With seasonal scenery like cherry blossoms, autumn foliage, and snow-capped views, Mt. Fuji is a place that visitors want to come back to again and again.

This sacred primeval forest is registered as a world heritage site

Some of Japan's best, gently colored cherry blossoms

You can enjoy the nature of the mountain and the view it presents on a day trip from central Tokyo. You can indulge in a historical ambience at the mysterious temple. You can enjoy traditional tofu dish there.

A famous mountain worshipped as a symbol of Tsugaru

A leafy plateau with a refreshing feeling

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.

One of the four metropolitan parks at Sayama hill. Enjoy walking in the thicket that stretches through the entire park.

Enjoy the lush greenery, autumn leaves and skiing

A renowned mountain that represents Iwate

A scenic trekking course with magnificent views of nature

The panoramic view from 1,626 meters up is simply breathtaking

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

This is a continuous stretch of land from the forest, marsh, and mudflat to the sea that remains in its natural state.

The Arahata Fuji Citizen's Forest is the first forest to have been designated as a citizen's forest. From the summit of Arahata Fuji, an artificial hill offers a grand view.

The Aokigahara Forest was formed by the volcanic eruption of Mt. Fuji about 1,200 years ago. There are guided walking tours in the great nature.

Rejuvenate yourself in the fresh mountain air

The Kirifuri-kogen Highlands is a plateau with an elevation of about 1,200 meters on the slopes of Mt. Akanagisan. Its scenery and leisure facilities make it a popular destination.

A beautiful mountain overlooking the city of Nara

A magnificent mountain featuring colorful alpine plants and flowers