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.

One of the most spacious ponds in metropolitan Tokyo and beloved as a cherry-blossom viewing site in Spring. The scenic pond was often the subject of ukiyo-e paintings in the mid-19th century.

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

Enjoy the Sight of Mountains and Beautiful Fall Foliage Reflected off the Waters of a Lake

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

Stroll around the beautiful, mystical lakes and ponds

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.

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

A lake found at the opening of the Oku-Nikko region. Enjoy the changing of the seasons from the lakeshore at the foot of Mt. Nantai.

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

A trekking spot surrounded by mother nature

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

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

The blessed spring water from Mt. Chokai

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.

Strolling around ponds colored subtle shades of blue

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

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.

Immerse yourself in the picturesque scenery of the nature