Travel Experiences
in Greater Tokyo

Lake Kawaguchiko is the second largest of the Fuji Five Lakes and renowned for its majestic views of Mount Fuji and plethora of outdoor activities. Thanks to its prime Fuji-viewing location, the lake's eastern shore is well-developed and features a host of tourist facilities, including hotels, museums, and hot springs.
At the Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum, peruse an assortment of automatic musical instruments and take a stroll through its European-styled gardens. Another noteworthy museum is the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum, which displays a number of beautifully dyed silk kimonos.
For active and outdoor enthusiasts, try windsurfing, camping, fishing, hiking, boating, or cycling beside the ever-present form of Mount Fuji. On a clear and still day, the lake's water mirrors the iconic mountain in a mesmerizing display of nature. Ride the Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway off the lake's southeastern banks for elevated views of Lake Kawaguchiko and Mount Fuji.
While Lake Kawaguchiko shines in all seasons, it is especially beautiful in spring and autumn when the already captivating views are enhanced with cherry blossoms and fiery foliage.

Extending across multiple prefectures north of Tokyo, Oze National Park is a hiker's paradise thanks to abundant mountains, marshlands, forests, lakes, and waterfalls. Its most popular spots can be found at Ozegahara Marsh and Lake Ozenuma.
Throughout the park, walk along wooden boardwalks and witness endless meadows marked by reflective lakes that mirror the surrounding naturescape. In late spring, skunk cabbages bloom across the marshland, covering the area in white blossoms. Equally coveted views occur during mid-summer when yellow alpine lilies paint the landscape golden or in mid-autumn when the area's grass turns vibrant yellow and red. The well maintained walkways cross relatively flat terrain, but be sure to dress appropriately for a multi-hour hike if you want to explore the full area.
If you are looking for a more challenging hike, Oze's mountain trails offer a number of climbing and hiking opportunities. The park also has mountain huts and campgrounds, which, in addition to lodging, provide valuable park information. With a nearby place to stay, you can start your morning with a sunrise over Gunma's majestic landscape and end your day with amber rays at sunset.

Oyama Senmaida, situated in southern Chiba on the Boso Peninsula, is recognized as one of Japan's "100 Best Rice Terraces" and is famous for its hypnotizing views. A combination of both human-touched and natural landscapes, the cascading fields, punctuated by reflective rice paddies and encircled by lush forests, create an enchanting display of nature.
Between October and January each year, the Tanada Light Festival is held, promising a sea of lights thanks to the thousands of LED candles that illuminate the rice paddies against the night sky.
The Oyama Senmaida Preservation Society manages the fields and organizes a variety of hands-on farming activities such as rice-planting, weeding, and harvesting throughout the year to promote and preserve Japanese culture. You can also partake in agricultural activities related to soybeans, cotton, and indigo, mochi-making (pounded rice cake) experiences, indigo dyeing, traditional craft experiences, paper-making, and more. The society even has English speaking staff to ensure that everyone can enjoy the activities.
With nature's blessings as your background, experience the labor-intensive, yet rewarding life of farmers and create a deeper connection to your food.

Sado Island is located off the west coast of Niigata and is one of Japan’s largest Islands. Over the years it has become a melting pot of religions and cultures as exiles from all over the country made it their home, and now offers tourists a fascinating insight into Japan’s rich history. One such tradition is the use of Tarai Bune boats, the shallow bottom small ‘tubs’ that were perfect for fishermen to navigate the small coves of the island and today take tourists on guided tours from Ogi Port.