Hokkaido The main attraction of Akan in winter is the fantastical scenery of frost flowers blooming on the lake's surface, along with activities such as smelt fishing, snowshoeing, skiing, and snowboarding. The frozen Lake Akan is colorfully decorated with smelt fishing tents.

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 Lake Mashū is an endorheic crater lake formed in the caldera of a potentially active volcano. It is located in Akan Mashu National Park on the island of Hokkaido, Japan. It has been called the clearest lake in the world. You are lucky if you have a clear view of the lake, since it is often not possible due to the fog.

Miyazaki Ken, Takachiho This spectacular gorge in northern Miyazaki was formed over 100,000 years ago after eruptions from nearby volcano...

Higashi Hagi, Yamaguchi Ken East side of Hagi City and around Kasayama. Toragasaki Lighthouse and beach near Camellia Groves, Kasayama...

Hatsukaichi Shi, Hiroshima Ken Gokuraku-ji Temple is an ancient temple with a long history that is said to have been founded in 731 by...

Imizu Shi, Toyama Ken The Uchikawa area in the city of Imizu faces the Sea of Japan and flourished as a transit point of Kitamae-bune...

Hagi shi, Yamaguchi Ken The Myojin Pond is located on the east foot of Mt. Kasayama. It was created when a land bridge was formed by a...

Tsuwano cho, Shimane ken （August 2022) After Taikodani Inari Shrine, walking around this quiet historical town. A rental bicycle maybe a...

Nagasaki Shi, Nagasaki Ken Said to be one of the oldest stone arched bridges in Japan, Meganebashi (Spectacles Bridge) stretches across...

Mine Shi, Yamaguchi Ken Known for its crystal clear, deep blue waters. 55,000 tons of water of a termperature 14 degrees are released...

Yamaguchi Shi, Yamaguchi Ken Wild wisteria at Niho Ikkanno area by Sakamoto River. A popular spot for photographers. Beginning to...

Yamaguchi Shi, Yamaguchi Ken Juzenji (read as Chusenshi, Suzenji, Susenji, et...) means "mint bureau". This one was in operation for...

Shimonoseki Shi, Yamaguchi Ken Submerged forest in a dam lake. A lake with transparent water and koi (carps), small fish (medaka). ...

Masuda Shi, Shimane Ken Beautiful Hikimi valley with streams and rocks. The winding roads to get here. Check the road closures often...

Yamaguchi Shi, Yamaguchi Ken Ichinosaka River runs through Yamaguchi city. A minute from Yask shrine. In Muromachi period, Ouchi clan...

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...

Yamaguchi Shi, Yamaguchi Ken At the bank of Niho River. Cosmos in late September through October. You can see a few herons most of the...