Activities Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival 2027 Late Jan - Late Feb Each year during the winter months, Hokkaido's Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival brings a dose of colorful magic to this corner of Japan with a range of beautifully
15 Culture Matsu, Take and Ume Elena Lisina Known as take in Japanese (pronounced ta-ke), bamboo is the fastest growing... In Japan, take symbolizes eternal youth and strength.
10 Culture Sunset Over Lake Shinji Avery Choi The sublime sunset at Lake Shinji in Matsue, Shimane, is a masterpiece of the nature. The locals call it the "Colours of Shimane".
Accommodation Lake Towada Backpackers Hostel Sandro Bernardinello Lake Towada backpackers provides affordable accommodation at just five minutes walk from the lake.
Activities Kayaking on Towada Lake Sandro Bernardinello Kayaking on Towada lake will give you an alternative sight of this wonderful place.
9 Activities Sunrise at Lake Biwa Anne Lauenroth Early summer sunrise with burning skies at Lake Biwa, Japan's largest freshwater lake near Hikone, Shiga Prefecture.
Activities Lake Haruna Illumination Festa 2026 Mid - Late Dec Located on top of Mt Haruna, the lake is picturesque all year round.
Transportation Matsue's Lake Line Bus Kim Bergström A convenient way of getting around Matsue in Shimane is via the Lake Line Bus service.