Location List
378 potential locations in newly-arrived order.
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Hotttainotaki WaterfallYurihonjo City, Akita Prefecture
This impressive waterfall extends roughly 100 meters in length and plunges 57 meters, earning designation as both a Scenic Site and Natural Monument of Akita Prefecture, as well as inclusion among ...
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Nature mountains/mountain trails/cabins forests/woods waterfalls/rivers/streams/canyonsSpecifications
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Tendaki WaterfallYabu City, Hyogo Prefecture
Tendaki Waterfall, located in Ikada, Oya-cho, Yabu City, Hyogo Prefecture, has a drop of 98 meters and is listed among “Japan’s Top 100 Waterfalls.” The trail from the trailhead to the waterfall...
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Nihon University College of EngineeringKoriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
Set within 38 hectares of expansive grounds surrounded by rich natural scenery, the site offers a wide range of well‑equipped facilities and amenities. In spring, approximately 350 cherry trees ...
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Nature colleges/universities/vocational schools schools/educational institutionsSpecifications
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Mikuni Shiomi ParkSakai City, Fukui Prefecture
A tranquil setting where natural beauty and historical charm come together. The expansive park offers picturesque views in every season, and during spring the fully blooming cherry blossoms captiv...
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residential areas near lakes & rivers Nature ports/harbors/piers parksSpecifications
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Yumesakinomori ParkHimeji City, Hyogo Prefecture
Located in the Terra district of Yumesaki Town, Himeji City, this satoyama park spans approximately 180 hectares in the Seiban (Western Harima) region of southwestern Hyogo Prefecture. Centered aro...
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mountain villages Nature parksSpecifications
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Dondonfuchi WaterfallGoto City, Nagasaki Prefecture
Located at the foot of Mount Gongendake in the Komu district of Kishiku Town, this waterfall lies deep within a quiet mountain valley. From the parking area, a short five‑minute walk through dap...
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Nature waterfalls/rivers/streams/canyonsSpecifications
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Shikagatsubo Youth Support CenterHimeji City, Hyogo Prefecture
Surrounded by mountains that change beautifully with the seasons and by clear mountain streams—including the scenic Shikagatsubo and Yamagatani Waterfall—this facility is dedicated to the healthy d...
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Tomakomai CIty Sun GardenTomakomai City, Hokkaido
Opened in 1988 within Idemitsu Culture Park and adjoining the Central Library, Sun Garden is a glass-roofed greenhouse showcasing a diverse collection of plant species that would not ordinarily thr...
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government & public facilities Nature zoos/aquariums/botanical gardens museums/art museums/resource centersSpecifications
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Mt. Junibo SummitKonan City, Shiga Prefecture
This mountain summit offers open views to the east, where exposed terrain creates the impression of a rugged rocky peak. The site provides year-round opportunities to capture sunrise scenes. Wit...
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Nature mountains/mountain trails/cabins roads and paths in mountains, forests, fields views from mountain tops & observatoriesSpecifications
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Oshima IslandSakai City, Fukui Prefecture
Visible from the famous Tojinbo cliffs, this uninhabited island is known for its dramatic and mysterious scenery. Revered since ancient times as a sacred site of Shugendo, it preserves the spiritua...
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shrines/temples Nature mountains/mountain trails/cabins views from mountain tops & observatoriesSpecifications
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Yusonooka HillYamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture
Set within a landscape that preserves the charm of traditional satoyama countryside, the park features a 3,800-meter walking trail and open grassy areas for outdoor recreation. From here, visitors ...
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mountain villages farm villages Nature mountains/mountain trails/cabinsSpecifications
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Ohgaranotaki WaterfallNoshiro City, Akita Prefecture
From the entrance plaza of Ogara Falls, a steep 20-meter drop leads down toward the cascade. After descending a striking red iron staircase, the view suddenly opens through the trees to reveal Otok...
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Nature mountains/mountain trails/cabins forests/woods waterfalls/rivers/streams/canyonsSpecifications
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The Chokai Sanroku Line of the Yuri Kogen RailwayYurihonjo City, Akita Prefecture
This charming rural railway meanders at a leisurely pace through peaceful pastoral scenery. Running 23 kilometers from Ugo‑Honjo Station toward Mount Chokai to Yashima Station, it is affectionat...
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mountain villages Nature forests/woods waterfalls/rivers/streams/canyonsSpecifications
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Kawarage Oyutaki FallsYuzawa City, Akita Prefecture
Near Kawarage Jigoku—one of Japan’s Three Great Sacred Sites—stands Kawarage Oyutaki, a rare waterfall fed by natural hot spring water. The steaming cascade plunges about 20 meters, creating a p...
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natural reserves/sanctuaries/scenic spots Nature mountains/mountain trails/cabins waterfalls/rivers/streams/canyonsSpecifications
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Shirogahama BeachAmakusa City, Kumamoto Prefecture
Selected for the Ministry of the Environment’s “Best Beach 100” list of top swimming sites, this scenic beach features a striking 515‑meter stretch of white sand and expansive views of the Unzen mo...
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Nature beaches roads with characteristics bridgesSpecifications
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The garden of the Ueda Family ResidenceAmakusa City, Kumamoto Prefecture
The Ueda family residence is one of Amakusa’s historic homes, with the family having served as the Takahama village headmen for roughly 340 years. The main house, detached guest room, front entranc...
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national treasures/important cultural properties cultural properties mountain villages NatureSpecifications
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Mamimatsu BeachAwara City, Fukui Prefecture
A beautiful coastline where green pine trees and white sandy beaches stretch endlessly along the shore. Renowned fro the exceptional clarity of the water, Awara Coast is filled with the fresh scent...
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Nature beaches/shores/coastlines seashores on Sea of Japan sideSpecifications
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Matsutake mountain observatoryAmakusa City, Kumamoto Prefecture
Perched midway up Mount Toomiyama, this lookout commands wide, open views of Ushibuka and the graceful span of the Ushibuka Haiya Bridge. Across the seasons, the panorama extends to the East China ...
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THE GOAT AWAJIAwaji City, Hyogo Prefecture
A premier luxury resort located just a five-minute walk from Ura Kenmin Sun Beach on scenic Awaji Island—selected by the Ministry of the Environment as one of Japan’s “Top 100 Beaches.” Here, guest...
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inns/hotels Nature Island hotels/innsSpecifications
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Hondo BeachAmakusa City, Kumamoto Prefecture
Set within a sheltered bay, this spacious beach offers gentle waves and shallow waters, making it ideal for families. During the swimming season, safety fences are installed for added peace of mind...
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Takasakibana GlasslandGoto City, Nagasaki Prefecture
The grasslands surrounding Takasakibana spread across the northern side of Miiraku and open out toward the East China Sea. Beyond this expanse of fields, the Asian continent lies across the water. ...
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Mitake GroundsGoto City, Nagasaki Prefecture
At the foot of Mitake—a small, striking peak rising about 144 meters in the southeastern part of Fukue Island—lies Mitake Enchi. Mitake’s allure lies in its rare vantage point, where sweeping vi...
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Mukata BeachGoto City, Nagasaki Prefecture
Located about 15 minutes by car from Fukue Port, this is the closest beach to the city center. Nestled in a calm, sheltered cove, this small stretch of sand feels like your own private hideaway. Th...
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Shingon Sect Eianji TempleTachiyamamachi ki 1-7, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture 920-0956
The temple that has a great view where people can overlook the city area of Kanazawa. The precincts with full of nature have the main temple, halls, vermilion bridge, observation deck, and “karesa...
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shrines/temples Nature views from mountain tops & observatoriesSpecifications
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