Restorative hot springs, refreshing mountain walks and more await.
Bookmark this guide for a fabulous visit to one of Fuji's five lakes.
Take a ride to experience the best of the season—many tours can still be booked!
All your options, in one handy guide.
Where to see sakura after dark this spring.
With over 100 wild species of ornamental cherry trees and up to 600 cultivars in Japan, there's a lot more variety in appearance and flowering periods than you might think.
Find the top spots around town.
This man-made dam, just a couple of hours from central Tokyo, is an excellent—and different—place to walk, hike and chill. Great for the family.
Izu Peninsula is a nature lover's dream destination.
Just an hour away from Tokyo is a relaxed escape of easy hiking, stunning views, waterfalls and more.
Looking to do some Tokyo hiking? Here's a starter kit of 12 trails for all levels of fitness. Mount Takao, Nokogiriyama and many more to try!
Keep healthy and avoid the crowded trains via these scenic Tokyo cycling routes.
Trails open in early July. Are you ready?
You don't even need to leave Tokyo's borders to get to most of them.
The hike from Mount Jinba to Mount Takao is a long but relatively easy multi-peak route with panoramic views and teahouses along the way.
Whether you’re a casual camper or a more serious mountaineer, there are plenty of camping gear stores in Tokyo that will cater to your needs.
Obscure museums, a 12 ha forest, shrines and more.
The islands of Hahajima and Chichijima offer white-sand beaches, whale and dolphin spotting and hikes with spectacular views.
Walk among the glowing mushrooms, see a rare species of seahorse and swim with the sea turtles.
Saitama may be a commuter’s prefecture, but it’s got its own charm with a Little Edo town, natural havens, and even a bonsai village.
The leaves will soon be in full fall splendour, making it a good time for a day trip!
