Japan's hidden places and spectacular views tours and trips

Nemophila at Hitachi Seaside Park
(Ibaraki Prefecture)

- A magnificent blue landscape stretching out before you
At Hitachi Seaside Park in Ibaraki Prefecture, nemophila flowers bloom in full glory every year from mid-Apr. to early May.. This landscape, known as the "blue carpet," combines the blue of the sky with the spreading flowers to create a spectacular beauty.

Wisteria at Ashikaga Flower Park
(Tochigi Prefecture)

--A large wisteria trellis that is over 160 years old
At Ashikaga Flower Park in Tochigi Prefecture, about 350 wisteria flowers bloom in the park from late Apr. to early May. every year. Illumination events are also held at night, and the fantastically illuminated wisteria flowers are a sight to behold.

Fuji Moss Phlox
(Yamanashi Prefecture)

--Mt. Fuji and moss phlox in competition
The Fuji Shibazakura Festival is held in Lake Kawaguchi Town, Yamanashi Prefecture. Approximately 800,000 moss phlox plants spread out against the backdrop of Mt. Fuji, creating a carpet of pink, purple, and white flowers. Along with the majestic view of Mt. Fuji, a vibrant carpet of moss phlox spreads out.

Ogasawara Islands (Tokyo)

―東京から片道24時間の大自然へ
小笠原諸島は東京から約1,000km南に位置する、船でのアクセスのみ可能な世界遺産の島々。亜熱帯の気候と手つかずの自然環境が魅力の島です。

Yakushima (Kagoshima Prefecture)

―縄文杉が見守る自然の宝庫
鹿児島県に位置する世界自然遺産の島で、豊かな自然と神秘的な風景が広がります。縄文杉をはじめ樹齢数千年の巨木が点在し、登山やトレッキングが人気です。

Sado Island (Niigata Prefecture)

―自然と歴史が息づく島
2024年に佐渡島の金山が世界文化遺産に登録された、日本最大の離島。金の採掘の歴史や豊かな自然など、自然、伝統、芸術が調和する多彩な島です。

Kurobe Gorge Railway Trolley Train
(Toyama Prefecture)

-The hidden railway that runs through the Kurobe Gorge
The Kurobe Gorge Railway Trolley Train is a tourist train that runs from Unazuki Station to Nekomata Station in Toyama Prefecture. The Trolley Train runs through the spectacular Kurobe Gorge, and you can enjoy the natural beauty of the four seasons from the train window.

Oku-Oi Kojo Station
(Shizuoka Prefecture)

--A hidden station floating on the lake
This station is on Oigawa Railway Ikawa Line (Southern Alps Abt Line) in Shizuoka Prefecture. It is a rare station in Japan, as it is located on a lake and is surrounded by lush mountains and a beautiful lake. The view from the train crossing the iron bridge is spectacular.

Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko Train
(Hokkaido)

- A hidden train that runs through a vast marshland
This tourist train runs through the Kushiro Marsh in Hokkaido. You can enjoy the magnificent natural scenery that spreads out from the train window as you travel through the marsh at a leisurely pace. The windows of the carriages open wide, so you can enjoy the train journey while feeling the breeze.

Ginzan Onsen (Yamagata-prefecture)

- A hidden hot spring where history lives on
This hot spring resort in Yamagata Prefecture exudes the romance of the Taisho era. Retro wooden inns line the riverside, creating a nostalgic landscape that will captivate you. In winter, the combination of snow and illuminations creates a tasteful scene that you can enjoy.

Tamagawa Onsen (Akita Prefecture)

- A natural hot spring resort in a remote area
Tamagawa Onsen in Akita Prefecture is a secluded hot spring resort nestled in nature. The waters boast the strongest acidity in Japan and are also famous as a therapeutic hot spring. Surrounded by mountains, you can enjoy the natural beauty of the four seasons and the hot springs.

Omaki Onsen (Toyama-prefecture)

- A hidden hot spring that can only be reached by boat
This is a secluded inn in Toyama Prefecture that can only be reached by boat. It is located on a cliff in the Shogawa River basin, and the entire inn is surrounded by nature on all sides. You can enjoy the spectacular seasonal views from the hot springs, such as autumn leaves and winter snowscapes.