Best Rivers, Lakes & Canyons Spot List

A beautiful lake and the deepest in Japan, with unrivalled clarity. There is a statue of the legendary maiden Tatsuko standing in the lake.

Appreciate this beautiful valley, designated as a place of special scenic beauty and a natural monument. Immerse yourself in a shower of negative ions emanating from the forest.

Watashi-bune, or the ferry boat, is affectionately called ”Pon-pon sen.” This ferry boat is Uraga's symbol for going back and forth from east to west within the port of Uraga.

Immerse yourself in the picturesque scenery of the nature

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

The namesake for the area and one of Japan's ”Top 100 Waterfalls”

The deepest and westernmost lake of the ”Fuji Five Lakes,” it is very clear where you can enjoy marine sports and camping.

Lake Ashinoko is surrounded by the mountains of Hakone. You can go for a drive or take a stroll, and you can also take the Pleasure Cruise to enjoy the splendid view from the lake.

Ryuzu Falls is one of the representative waterfalls in Oku-Nikko. Its forked cascade resembles the head of a dragon.

Take a stroll on the pathway with views of this beautiful gorge

Yudaki Falls are located in Oku-Nikko and rank as one of Japan's three great waterfalls. Visitors can enjoy the breathtaking sight of the 70-meter-high cascade.

Lake Yamanakako is the largest and highest of the Fuji Five Lakes, and the closest one to Mount Fuji.

Hirou Shrine’s object of worship is famous for the large volume of water and for having the country’s highest drop off

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

Strolling around ponds colored subtle shades of blue

These thrilling falls run down a steep cliff some 97 meters high. Each season offers stunning views of the great outdoors.

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.

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

Stroll around the beautiful, mystical lakes and ponds