Best Other Nature Spot List

The Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto, a favored tourist attraction among LIVE JAPAN readers, invites you to immerse yourself in an enriching cultural experience. Just a brisk 15-minute train ride and an additional pleasant 10-minute walk from Kyoto Station, this serene escape offers a stunning backdrop for unforgettable memories. Opt for a traditional rickshaw ride while adorning a traditional kimono, and revel in the exquisite views of the bamboo groves as you capture timeless photographs. This beautiful locale represents a fusion of Japan's natural splendor and historic traditions.

Enjoy a relaxing walk down this magical path

Adventure islands

The spectacular views of the enormous rocks will impress you

A pink tunnel that’s pleasant with greenery and water

Enjoy bird watching throughout the seasons

You'll be captivated by the exquisite beauty of these pale-pink weeping cherry blossoms

Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Ago Bay at a resort

A tourist farm featuring expansive fields with lavender and other flowers. The farm receives many visitors in mid-July when the lavender is in full bloom.

Kushiro Marsh is Japan's largest wetland, spanning an area of more than 28 thousand hectares. Savor views of the marshes and lakes beside the meandering Kushiro River.

Sounkyo is a 24-km ravine scoured through the base of the Daisetsuzan Volcanic Group. It is well known as one of Hokkaido's best onsen areas as well as a famous spot for viewing autumn leaves.

A round island in the Sea of Japan, famous for having one of Japan's top 100 mountains, Mt. Rishiri

From Hokkaido's northernmost point, another country can be seen

A breathtaking canyon borders the upper reaches of the Toyohira River

A ski slope in the winter and flower field in summer

Sixty varieties of flowers exhilarate you

The hilltop sports a lovely view

Rock reefs stretch offshore at this windy cape

Mt. Rebun soars above Japan's northernmost island. Enjoy its sights on a cape walk

The view is spectacular during spring and autumn