12 Culture Daisho-in Buddhist Temple, Miyajima Nicole Bauer temple before I actually went to Miyajima to see Itsukushima Shrine and Mount
12 Activities Winter at Lake Onuma Peter Sidell from Hakodate is Lake Onuma, a beautifully scenic lake overlooked by Mount
Activities Swan Boat Rental, Lake Kawaguchiko Jessica A Paje Fuji an unforgettable one by renting a swan boat at Lake Kawaguchiko.
Accommodation A Night in a Farmhouse in Aso Nicole Bauer A must-stay if you visit Mount Aso in Kumamoto: A traditional farmhouse with lots of atmosphere and outstanding organically grown homemade food.
Culture Mt. Shosha Autumn Leaf Festival 2026 Mid Nov The Engyo-ji Temple on Mount Shosha in Himeji has over 2,000 years of history
12 Yase in Kyoto Cathy Cawood The Heizan Cable Car, the hiking trail for Mount Hiei, riverside restaurants, beautiful scenery and wildlife are all compelling reasons to visit Yase.
Activities Climbing Mt Kaimon Mandy Bartok Kagoshima's volcanic Mt Kaimon resembles big brother Mt Fuji but is a much easier climb with views that are just as good.
Culture Re-building Kofu Castle Cathy Cawood see beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, including the peak of Mount... Fuji.