Location List
249 potential locations in newly-arrived order.
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Swing on the Mountain
A swing on a hill. You can also enjoy BBQ with a view of Karatsu Bay.
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Fukudomi myland ParkFukudomi,Kishima-gun
From the "Reclamation Observation Deck," 18 meters above ground level, you can see a stretch of road along the old reclamation levee that is over 10 kilometers in total length.
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farmlands/orchards Nature views from mountain tops & observatoriesFavorites -
Mt. Hachiman
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mountains/mountain trails/cabins forests/woods lakes/swamps/reservoirs roads and paths in mountains, forests, fieldsFavorites -
Terraced rice fields in Genkai Town
The view of the Genkai Sea through the terraced rice paddies is spectacular.
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Tsuyama Castle (Kakuzan Park)Tsuyama City, Okayama Prefecture
Kakuzan Park is built on the ruins of an ancient castle, Tsuyama Castle, which was built about 400 years ago. The castle’s approximately 10-meter-tall stone wall remains today. Because of its beaut...
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Tokensan Park (Ikime Hachiman Shrine)Unzen city, Nagasaki prefecture
Located at the hill behind Obama Onsen road and you can view the Onsen town and Tachibana bay. Ikeme Hachiman Shrine is on the top of the mountain.
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shrines/temples parks views from mountain tops & observatoriesSpecifications
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Kajiya Castle RuinsMatsuura City, Nagasaki Prefecture
Kajiya Castle is said to have been constructed at the end of the Heian Period as a base for the Matsuura Clan. Only the Otemon Gate and stone walls remain on the castle site today.
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castles/castle ruins views from mountain tops & observatoriesSpecifications
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Gassan Toda Castle Ruins (Todajo Castle Site)Yasugi City, Shimane Prefecture
A famous mountain castle in Japan, the Gassan Toda Castle served as the seat of the powerful Amago clan from 1396 to 1566. It was regarded as the most impregnable castle in all of Japan, but in 156...
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castles/castle ruins views from mountain tops & observatoriesSpecifications
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Tsuwano Castle RuinsKanoachi Gun, Shimane Prefecture
Tsuwano Castle was built on a mountain top overlooking the town in 1295. In the early 1600s, stone walls were added to the castle, but the main keep burnt down in 1686 after being struck by lightni...
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Nakao Castle ParkNishisonogi Gun, Nagawaki Prefecture
The Nakao Castle Park is located at the former site of a mountaintop castle, the Nakao Castle. With the red bridge as its landmark, the park is full of flowers throughout the year and offers a magn...
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castles/castle ruins ropeways/cablecars parks views from mountain tops & observatoriesSpecifications
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Hirado CastleHirado City, Nagasaki Prefecture
The castle was built in 1718 by Matsura Atsunobu, the sixth lord of Hirado. Although it was dismantled during the Meiji Restoration, the main keep of the castle (a.k.a. Kameoka Castle) stands on a ...
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historic sites/gardens castles/castle ruins parks views from mountain tops & observatoriesSpecifications
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Yaotome central park
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government & public facilities City Landscapes views from mountain tops & observatoriesFavorites -
Sumaura Sanjo Yuen Park5-3-2, Ichinotani-cho, Suma-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
A family friendly park on the mountain top with many attractions and a great view of the Suma Beach, Kobe City, Seto Insland Sea, and Awaji Island. The ride to the mountain top on the ropeway and t...
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Venus BridgeKobekoujikata-azamaeyama, Chuo-ku Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
A park located along the Futatabi Driveway. The name ‘bridge’ comes from the pedestrian bridge shaped like a spiral staircase. Only minutes from the center of the city, the park is a favorite spot ...
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mountains/mountain trails/cabins parks bridges night viewsFavorites -
Ristorante Giancaldo1-1, Kuchiichiriyama, Kobekoujikata, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
An Italian restaurant that opened in 2013. A great panoramic view of the city can be enjoyed while dining.
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restaurants/coffee shops mountains/mountain trails/cabins restaurant and coffee shop interiors views from mountain tops & observatoriesFavorites -
Mt. Shisho-YamaKobeko-jikata, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
On the western side of the Rokko Mountain Range is Mt. Shisho-yama, which together with Mt. Ikari-Yama, stands in front of Mt. Futatabi. A large ‘Kobe Emblem,’ the symbol of Kobe, lights up at nigh...
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Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens Fukiai-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
Over 7,500 herbs and flowers of approximately 200 species grow in the gardens. The building which has restaurants and shops inside was designed with the concept of the Waltburg Castle in Germany.
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retail stores restaurants/coffee shops field of flowers mountains/mountain trails/cabinsSpecifications
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Kitano-Tenman Shrine3-12-1, Kitano-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
The Main Hall was designated as a Traditional Architecture of Cultural Importance by Kobe City in 1985. Visitors can enjoy a magnificent view of the city at the top of the stone steps.
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Kobe Nunobiki Ropeway1-4-3, Kitano-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
A ropeway to reach the Nunobiki Herb Gardens from Shin-Kobe Station. The 10-minute ride offers a panoramic view of the Nunobiki Waterfall, the Nunobiki Dam (built in 1900), and Kobe City.
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mountains/mountain trails/cabins ropeways/cablecars parks views from mountain tops & observatoriesSpecifications
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Nagamine Cemetery4-58, Oishiji-Nagaminesan, Nada-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
A cemetery built on a mountainside on terraced land overlooking the city and the sea. Known for the beautiful cherry blossoms in spring.
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cemeteries roads and paths in mountains, forests, fields views from mountain tops & observatoriesFavorites -
Nada Maruyama ParkGomo, Nada-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
A public park in Nada with a wide panoramic view of Kobe City and the Osaka Bay area.
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parks slopes/hills/steps/stairs views from mountain tops & observatories night viewsSpecifications
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Rokko Garden Terrace1877-9, Gosukeyama, Rokkosan-cho, Nada-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
A commercial area that includes an observatory. Great panoramic views can be enjoyed while dining at restaurants and coffee shops, or shopping at gift shops.
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restaurants/coffee shops mountains/mountain trails/cabins cottages/lodges views from mountain tops & observatoriesFavorites -
Rokko-Arima Ropeway4512-336, Kitarokko, Rokkosan-cho, Nada-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
Ropeway connecting Arima Hot Springs with the summit of Mt. Rokko in 12 minutes. Offers an incredible view of Mt. Rokko’s nature throughout the year.
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mountains/mountain trails/cabins forests/woods train stations/station surroundings roads and paths in mountains, forests, fieldsFavorites -
Nabe Kannmuri Yama (mountain)Nagasaki City, Nagasaki Prefecture
You can command a great view of Nagasaki port.
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parks views from mountain tops & observatoriesSpecifications
video Parking Available Rest Area (rest station) Available Restrooms Available Shooting Time AvailableFavorites
