Hokkaido Sunayu, located on the eastern shore of Lake Kussharo, is a unique open-air hot spring experience. The area around Sunayu is a year-round attraction. In summer, visitors can swim in the lake and go camping, while in winter, a whooper swan colony comes to Lake Kussharo from Siberia, attracted by the geothermal activity. Sunayu is a popular spot for photographers to capture shots of whooper swans against backdrops of fresh snow and frozen water. There are shops, toilet

Hokkaido, Kushiro Tanchozuru (Red-crowned Cranes) in Kushiro, Hokkaido, refers to the famous Japanese cranes that thrive in the Kushiro Marshlands , a key habitat where they are resident year-round and a major draw for birdwatchers and photographers, especially at spots like the Otowa Bridge and Tsurumidai.

Izumi Shi, Kagoshima Ken The largest migration grounds in the country, Izumi is home to over 10,000 cranes making their annual southbound...

Shunan Shi, Yamaguchi Ken The cranes (Nabe-zuru, Hooded crane) arrive in late October every year, spend the winter in Yashiro, and...

Yamaguchi Shi, Yamaguchi Ken An island with a shrine in Yamaguchi Bay. Since it appears on low tide, it is called "Mont Saint-Michel of...