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.

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

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 blessed spring water from Mt. Chokai

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

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.

Strolling around ponds colored subtle shades of blue

A trekking spot surrounded by mother nature

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.

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

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

Tour around the beautiful marshlands

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

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

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.

Immerse yourself in the picturesque scenery of the nature

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

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