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.

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.

Rejuvenate yourself in the fresh mountain air

A beautiful mountain overlooking the city of Nara

A leafy plateau with a refreshing feeling

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.

A renowned mountain that represents Iwate

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

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

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.

This sacred primeval forest is registered as a world heritage site

Enjoy the lush greenery, autumn leaves and skiing

A magnificent mountain featuring colorful alpine plants and flowers

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

A famous mountain worshipped as a symbol of Tsugaru

A scenic trekking course with magnificent views of nature

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

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.

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.

Some of Japan's best, gently colored cherry blossoms