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It’s no secret that Japan has a stunning amount of beauty. From the lavender fields of Furano in Hokkaido down to the crystal clear beaches of Okinawa, this small country is...
Mar 22, 2017 · Ask anyone who has visited, and they'll tell you: Japan is easily one of the most stunning places in the world. The country offers a full range of nature and culture, from subtropical beaches to...
- Caitlin Morton
Apr 13, 2024 · With majestic temples, natural beauty and historic castles, Japan’s diverse scenery is far from mediocre. From pretty pink cherry blossoms and iconic volcanoes all the way to Tokyo’s epic and futuristic aesthetic, you won’t find it challenging to find beautiful places in Japan.
- Shirogane Blue Pond
- Yamadera
- Hoshitoge Rice Terrace
- Mt. Fuji
- Ogasawara Islands
- Shirakawago
- Nachi Katsuura
- Togetsu Bridge
- Takeda Castle
- Tsunoshima
Shirogane Blue Pond is a scenic pond located in Biei town in the heart of Hokkaido. It was accidentally created by the construction of an artificial dam along the Shirogane river. The stunning bright color is made by the chemical composition brought by water stemming from the Shirogane hot spring located upstream of the river. The particles in the ...
Yamadera (山寺), also known as Risshaku-ji Temple, is a Buddhist temple located in Yamagata prefecture. It was established in 860 by Ennin, a priest who officially received the decree of Emperor Seiwa. You can explore historical buildings standing along the steep 1,000 steps leading to the top of the mountain. Kaizendo is one of the main halls that o...
Hoshitoge Rice Terrace is a symbolic scenic spot in Niigata prefecture. About 200 rice paddies cover 150 hectares, creating a beautiful natural landscape. It changes its color and appearance each season with the beautiful surroundings. The best season to visit is June and September, when you can get a high possibility of catching a glimpse of a sea...
No list of beautiful places in Japan could ever be complete without the iconic Mt. Fuji on it. Fuji-san is the famous tallest mountain in Japan, located on the border between Shizuoka and Yamanashi prefecture. The majestic mountain has been loved by many over centuries and attracts tourists from all over the world. There are several hiking trails t...
Ogasawara Islands isa cluster of remote islands that are located approximately 1,000 km south of the center of Tokyo. Thanks to the isolated location, it boasts a unique diversity of ecosystems of flora & fauna, some of the marine life and other wildlife that can be spotted only here in Japan. Chichijima and Hahajima are the only inhabited islands ...
Shirakawago is a peaceful village located in a mountainous area in Gifu prefecture. It welcomes visitors with a number of traditional Japanese houses that date back over 100 years. The houses are constructed in a traditional architectural style called Gassho-zukuri: thatched roofs sloped from both sides, designed this way so that snow falls off eas...
Nachi Katsuura in Wakayama prefecture is home to a number of scenic spots that are part of “Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range” listed asUNESCO World Heritage Site. Nachi Katsuura consists of historical structures such as the three grand shrines of Kumano and the hiking trails part of the ancient Kumano Kodo pilgrimage rou...
Togetsu Bridge is the iconic bridge located in the Arashiyama area in western Kyoto. The original bridge was built in the 9th century and later reconstructed several times because of the damage caused by typhoons and floods. The 155-meter bridge connects both sides of the Katsura River. Togetsu means moon crossingin Japanese. According to the local...
Takeda Castle stands at 353.7 meters on the summit of Mt. Kojo in Hyogo prefecture. It is often referred to as the “Machu Picchu of Japan” or “castle floating in the sky” because of the impressive scenery created by the sea of clouds. It was originally established in the 15thcentury, but only some ruins such as stone walls remain in good condition....
Tsunoshima is a scenic island located in the west ofYamaguchi prefecture. It is connected to the mainland of Japan with a large bridge called Tsunoshima Ohashi, which was completed in 2000. The 1,780-meter bridge allows visitors to access the beautiful island while enjoying the ocean views, which in itself is already a popular tourist attraction wo...
- Takachiho Gorge, Miyazaki, Kyushu. The Gokase River has carved a deep slash through volcanic rock, creating an undulating surface resembling dragon scales climbing toward the sky.
- Iya Valley, Tokushima, Shikoku. The remote and isolated Iya Valley was an escape for the retreating Heike samurai clan. The valley is characterized by plunging gorges, verdant mountains with terraced farms, centuries-old thatched-roof farmhouses, and suspended woven vine bridges swaying precariously over rushing rivers.
- Yakushima, Kagoshima, Kyushu. The green island of Yakushima, off the southern tip of Kyushu’s Kagoshima Prefecture, is home to native deer and monkeys, as well as ancient cedars.
- Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori. The enormous sand dunes on the Tottori coast have an otherworldly quality. The surreal scenery is also the inspiration for Kōbō Abe's 1962 novel (and later film) "The Woman in the Dunes."
Feb 23, 2024 · This round up includes villages, natural landscapes, and cultural attractions for a well-rounded list of the most beautiful places in Japan that every type of traveler can get excited about. Whether you’re planning your first visit or your 5th, this list of beautiful places in Japan is here to inspire you to go beyond the typical ...
Sep 29, 2023 · From white rocky beaches to scene hot spring resort towns, here are some of the most beautiful places to visit in Japan. By: Selena Takigawa Hoy Published: Sep 29, 2023 03:00 PM IST9 min read. Image Credit: Supoj Buranaprapapong/Getty Images.
