Best Other Nature Spot List

Adventure islands

Large, 400-hectare marshland popular for its hiking trails through many scenic spots.

The only swamp lake between the city center and Narita International Airport.In the vicinity of Inba-numa Pond are beautiful satoyama (traditional agricultural) landscapes.

The sunsets here are particularly beautiful

Cat Island

This is an extensive rock formation where you can view layered rocks that cover the entire area as tatami mats cover the floor. The attraction is located in Nagatoro, Saitama Prefecture. The elevated crystalline schists created by the currents of the Arakawa River are awesome.

Walk along the train tracks as cherry blossoms fall around you

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rock reefs stretch offshore at this windy cape

A breathtaking canyon borders the upper reaches of the Toyohira River

The hilltop sports a lovely view

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

A ski slope in the winter and flower field in summer

Sixty varieties of flowers exhilarate you

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

One of the largest all-round private farms in Japan, spreading out at the foot of Mt. Iwate. It offers wonderful natural landscapes, tours of historical buildings, and special farm foods.