The blessed spring water from Mt. Chokai
Japan’s largest lake, replete with noteworthy places and leisure opportunities
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.
Tour around the beautiful marshlands
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.
Five lakes surrounded by forest in Shiretoko. Feel at one with nature as you stroll along pathways in this World Natural Heritage Site.
The Otaru Canal is a sightseeing spot emblematic of Otaru. About 1.1 km long, old warehouses stand side by side along one edge; along the other runs a promenade ideal for a pleasant stroll.
Lake Toya is the second largest caldera lake in Japan, having a circumference of about 40 km. Enjoy a walk along the lakeside or take a cruise on one of the pleasure boats.
A caldera lake formed by an eruption from Mt Oakan, Lake Akan rests among a rich natural environment and is famous for the marimo growing in it.
Experience the earth's energy in the remains of a volcanic crater
Discover the famous ”Mashu blue”
Plumes of steam and the scent of sulfur rise from this hot spring pond
Keep an eye out for plentiful wildlife
Picked as one of Japan's top 100 waterfalls
Both selected as part of Japan's 100 best waterfalls
Overwhelming in scale
Japan's northernmost ice-free lake
A snow-white curtain of water falls into a blue river
Withered trees stand in a mystical pond
Aptly named, this mysterious hot spring transforms an entire river