Where are the best-known spots for summer vacation trips? Ranking of places you want to go in summer!
This time's special feature is
summer vacation trip
is!
It is easy to avoid the congestion that tends to occur during the leisure season,
Little-known tourist spots
Focus on.
Carefully selected by Activity Japan, Introduce the places you want to go in the summer in a ranking format To do.
We also introduce activities and experiences that you can enjoy around each spot!
Let's have fun on this summer vacation trip!
table of contents
- 1 Hot spot for summer vacation trip No. 1: Shiretoko/Hokkaido
- 2 No. 2 hot spot for summer vacation travel: Urasabaku / Tokyo
- 3 3rd best spot for summer vacation travel: Nishiizu/Shizuoka
- 4 Hot spot for summer vacation trip No. 4: Amami Oshima / Kagoshima
- 5 5th best spot for summer vacation travel: Urabandai/Fukushima
- 6 Plan your summer vacation early!
- 7 Editorial department recommended feature articles
Hot spot for summer vacation trip No. 1: Shiretoko/Hokkaido
The number one place I want to visit in summer is
Hokkaido Shiretoko
!
Shiretoko
teeth
Hokkaido
It is located at the tip of the Shiretoko Peninsula, which juts out into the Sea of Okhotsk and the Shiretoko Strait, on the east side of the city.
Shiretoko area The 1,000-meter-high Shiretoko mountain range lies in the center of the area, making it a popular sightseeing area filled with scenic spots surrounded by the nature of both the sea and the mountains.
In 2005 (Heisei 17), part of Shiretoko world Natural Heritage Site Certified by formed by sea water erosion cliff sea cliff (Kaishokugai) ・ A mysterious "" nestled in a deep green forest Kamuiwakka Hot Falls You can enjoy extraordinary scenery created by the unique flora and fauna that inhabit the area. .
In addition, even though Shiretoko is a single word, it covers a wide area and is full of attractions.
Shiretoko is not crowded with people in one place, so it is a little-known spot where you can leisurely go sightseeing at your own pace!
The average maximum temperature from July to August is 24.4°C, which is relatively cool.
Shiretoko is full of things to see, and the representative sightseeing spot is "
Shiretoko Five Lakes
"is.
Shiretoko Goko is the name of the area consisting of five lakes scattered in the virgin forest in the northern part of the peninsula.
You can enjoy the spectacular view of the Shiretoko mountain range in the background while feeling the breath of the lush green scenery and wild animals.
The Shiretoko Goko Lakes have well-maintained trails for walking, so anyone can take a leisurely stroll.
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Elevated wooden path is 1.6 km round trip and can be explored in all seasons.
ground promenade
is a footpath set up in a virgin forest. There are two types, 1.6km route and 3km route, which you can choose.
A lecture must be taken in advance to explore the ground promenade
. Alternatively, you can take a walk if you join a guided tour led by a leader.
You can feel the great nature of Shiretoko up close, so please take a walk along the route that interests you according to your schedule and physical strength.
In Shiretoko
Guided trekking tour
is popular!
You can listen to a variety of information from a guide who knows the area inside out, so why not join in?
Experience the greenery and wildness of Shiretoko with your whole body and enjoy a rich and extraordinary experience!
This is a trekking that goes around the Shiretoko Five Lakes, which are designated as a special protection area of Shiretoko National Park, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Area, including the elevated wooden path. Japan's first epoch-making forest adventure experience guided by a registered leader with a license in the area where brown bears live. Not only the lake, but also Ezo deer, red foxes, wild birds, alpine plants, autumn leaves, etc.
Would you like to spend a luxurious time on a Shiretoko guided tour in the great outdoors? We rent binoculars free of charge to everyone on our guided tour. This is a nature experience guide tour where you can carefully observe the wild animals, wild birds, plants and flowers that inhabit Shiretoko, a World Natural Heritage Site, using binoculars. Ezo deer, Ezo red foxes, Ezo squirrels and wild birds, it's usually quite a peek
You can experience the tranquility of Shiretoko even during busy periods such as summer vacation and autumn holidays. This is a course that takes you through reclaimed land and forests to see the waterfall of groundwater pouring into the Sea of Okhotsk. If the weather is clear, you can see the 200m-high precipitous cliffs that reach Shiretoko Cape. It is a course to see cliff waterfalls like "Furepe Falls", but there is no promenade here and you have to climb over a log.
No. 2 hot spot for summer vacation travel: Urasabaku / Tokyo
The second place in the ranking of places you want to go in summer is
Tokyo
・
izu-Oshima
of"
Urasabaku
”!
Kanto
You can have a valuable experience while being close to
Summer vacation family trip x Little-known spot x Recommended spots in Kanto
is.
The Ura Desert is the only desert in Japan located at the foot of the volcano Mt. Mihara near the center of Izu Oshima.
Even though Urasabaku is in Tokyo, it's a remote island, so it's a little-known spot that doesn't get crowded!
In the back desert, you will hear a jingling sound when you walk on the black earth, and the sparsely growing green of the plants spreads out.
If you take a picture of the moment you jump in the back desert, you can create a unique composition that makes you feel like you're floating in the air in a barren wasteland!
It is also a surreal and recommended shooting method to take a picture of yourself lying down with the pitch-black back desert that spreads far into the distance! Let's leave a lot of photos that look good on SNS with as many shooting methods as you can think of .
On a family trip with children, it would be fun to take a unique souvenir photo while experiencing the bizarre scenery created by nature.
You can shoot videos that look good on social media at Izu Oshima Urasabaku
drone photography
is popular.
thrilling
buggy tour
or
Trekking tour
Then you can experience the nature of the back desert even more!
[Tokyo/ Izu Oshima] Drone shooting-the only video in the only place in Japan ♪ Pick-up anywhere ◎
This plan does not support English.
―――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――― This is a drone aerial photography activity that takes place in the desert "Ura Desert". We will enter the back desert from a place that cannot be entered by rental car! Pick-up and drop-off available anywhere on Izu Oshima - Photograph the vast back desert from the sky! ! You can take unlimited videos and photos within the time limit.
This plan does not support English.
On the map of the "Geographical Survey Institute of Japan", Oshima's proud treasure [Back Desert] is the only place in Japan that is marked as a "desert"! This place is often used for filming dramas, commercials, and PVs for celebrities. As far as the 360-degree view can be seen, only the inorganic, pitch-black earth spreads out, and only the sound of the wind can be heard there.
This plan does not support English.
～～Do you know that there is a desert in Tokyo? ～～It is a plan of a fully guided tour that runs in the wilderness of Tokyo's remote island [Izu Oshima] in a four-wheeled buggy and goes to Japan's only Tokyo desert [Back desert] ♪ Ordinary car license is required. Anyone who has it can run! How about enjoying the overwhelming non-daily life? ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Explanation / Lecture
3rd best spot for summer vacation travel: Nishiizu/Shizuoka
The third place in the list of places you want to go in the summer is
Shizuoka/Nishiizu
is!
Nishiizu
teeth
Shizuoka
is a popular tourist attraction in
Atami area
It is located on the west coast of the Izu Peninsula, on the opposite side.
Higashiizu is easily accessible from the city center and familiar to tourists. but on the other side Nishiizu is a little-known spot where there are many locals and it is not crowded. .
In addition, Nishiizu, which faces Suruga Bay, has a highly transparent sea,
snorkeling
・
diving
The popular spot of "
Ukishima Beach
There are many beaches including ”, and it is a recommended tourist destination in summer!
There are plenty of sightseeing spots unique to the Bay Area!
The representative of Nishi-Izu is " Tensodo Cave ” . Dotted throughout the country, scenic spots that are gaining popularity in various places " Blue Grotto ” one of is.
Tensodo is a sea erosion cave located in the Dogashima area in the northern part of Nishiizu Town. There is a huge hole like a skylight in the ceiling of the cave.
The sight of the sea surface shining blue due to the light coming in from outside is exactly what the blue cave is all about!
If you take a pleasure boat and go through the cave, you can experience the mysterious sight up close!
Nishiizu area
You can enjoy the beautiful Suruga Bay
SUP
or
Sea kayaking experience
is popular!
Even beginners can enjoy
experience diving
I also recommend
Petit cave exploration SUP water walk
While looking at the cliffs, feeling a little cave, the sea with outstanding transparency and a refreshing breeze, and enjoying the superb view, cruising on a natural wonderland water walk on SUP (Stand Up Paddle). If the weather is good, you can see Mt.Fuji from the sea. Start in a calm bay with no waves. Beginners can enjoy it. Depending on the weather conditions, you may not be able to go inside the cave.
[Shizuoka Prefecture/Nishiizu] Safe even for the first time! ! Experience sea kayak tour
This plan does not support English.
It will be an experience tour using a sit-on kayak that even beginners can do with confidence. We will guide you to the sea of Nishiizu and Tago, which is beautiful with both topography and transparency! You can participate with peace of mind because we will start from Tago Bay where the waves are quiet. We will guide you through the various topographical beauty created by nature in the blue sea, and we will also guide you to cave exploration on days when the waves are calm! tsu
This plan does not support English.
A plan for beginners★Experience diving in Nishiizu and Osezaki♪ *Recommended for women and couples*Experience diving with staff who know the sea of Izu! There is no doubt that you will be healed by a lot of fish in the calm sea ♪ Because it is a plan for those who do not have a license, veteran staff will give an easy-to-understand lecture using teaching materials.
Hot spot for summer vacation trip No. 4: Amami Oshima / Kagoshima
The fourth place in the ranking of places to go in the summer is
Kagoshima and Amami Oshima
!
Kagoshima
Mainland and
Okinawa
It belongs to the Amami archipelago floating between
Okinawa main island
It is the second largest remote island in Japan, excluding
Amami Oshima
is known as a green tourist spot with a large percentage of mountainous areas,
Amami Rabbit
and other endangered and endangered species of wild animals inhabit
.
It also has the second largest mangrove forest in Japan, and the island is surrounded by coral reefs with high transparency.
amami blue
The sea of " is spreading.
Amami Oshima is not as crowded as Okinawa, but it is a little-known spot where you can immerse yourself in the tropical atmosphere of a resort just like Okinawa!
In addition, Amami Oshima has a beach where you can enjoy white sand and Amami blue.
Kurasaki Beach
, and in the summer, you can swim in the waterfall basin in the deep green.
Materiya Falls
” and other spots that are perfect for tropical vacations.
Recommended for couples
heart lock
”
.
Located on the northeastern coast of Amami Oshima, it is a tide pool that appears only at low tide.
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It's heart-shaped and cute, and it's popular as a power spot that looks great on social media! How about visiting on a girls' trip during summer vacation or on a couple's vacation?
Amami Oshima
You can enjoy Amami Blue
SUP
or
snorkeling
is popular!
same
Kagoshima
remote islands of
Yakushima
Then, in the forest where ancient nature remains,
trekking
or
river kayak
You can enjoy
SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) is a marine sport where you ride on a large board like a surfboard and use a paddle to paddle. You can enjoy the refreshing feeling of standing on the surface of the water and taking a walk on the sea. Would you like to enjoy a leisurely cruise on the Kuninao coast while watching the sunset over the East China Sea, the coastline, coral reefs and tropical fish in the sea? guide
This plan does not support English.
Take the Shiratani Unsuikyo course for about 3 hours in the morning and aim for the forest of Mononoke, where you can relax and enjoy nature. Since it is a course in the morning, "Yakushima 2" departing from Miyanoura Port at 13:30 will be in time. In the case of a high-speed boat departing from Anbo Port at 13:30 and an airplane at 13:35, please contact us.
[Kagoshima/Yakushima] Tour the World Heritage Sites! River kayak experience (half-day course)
"I'd like to try kayaking, but I'm worried about the time and physical strength of a one-day tour... ], this tour is recommended. Sea kayaking, river kayaking, and playing in the river are OK! You can use the limited travel time effectively.
5th best spot for summer vacation travel: Urabandai/Fukushima
The fifth place in the ranking of places to go in the summer is Fukushima Urabandai is!
As a historical castle town,
Fukushima
A popular tourist spot in
Aizuwakamatsu
.
Urabandai
is a highland resort area rich in nature at the foot of Mt. Bandai, which rises to the northeast of Aizuwakamatsu.
The altitude is about 800m, and the average temperature in summer is around 20℃.
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Urabandai is
Recommended spots to visit in summer as a summer resort
is.
Urabandai is dotted with so many lakes and marshes that it is called ``Lake Country''.
From Lake Hibara, which is known for its seasonal expressions, Lake Onogawa, which is popular for its excellent water quality and autumn foliage, and Lake Akimoto, which is attractive for its beautiful scenery created by the sunrise from the mountains. Become"
Bandai Sanko
There are plenty of sightseeing spots in the surrounding area.
Urabandai has many sightseeing spots and plenty of choices, so if you choose a place to visit, it's a little-known spot that isn't too crowded!
Urabandai area
Among the,
A scenic spot formed by multiple swamps "
Goshikinuma Lakes
is a particularly popular sightseeing spot!
It is a scenic spot with mysterious swamps that emit various colors such as emerald green and turquoise blue.
There is a hiking course of about 4 km, and you can see various colored swamps in about an hour and a half one way.
How about visiting with your family and letting your child experience the mystical scenery created by nature while enjoying hiking?
In the Urabandai area, the three lakes of Bandai
Canoe/kayak experience
can be enjoyed.
Go slowly through fresh green and autumn leaves,
SUP experience
I also recommend
This plan does not support English.
Lake Sohara, the smallest lake in the Urabandai Kogen, has a circumference of 4 km and faces the famous Mt. Bandai. You can choose between a one-seater for a challenger and a two-seater for a leisurely one (preschool children can ride together). Tari-
[Note] This plan is open for applications until July 22nd. If you are participating after that, please see the summer vacation plan. Lake Onogawa in Urabandai, which was created by the great eruption of Mt. Bandai in 1888, has exceptional beauty. The Onogawa spring water that flows through the upstream Onogawa Fudo Falls has the highest water quality and has been selected as one of the 100 best waters. Careful lecture on land
= Official promotional video now available = A secret lake that changes its appearance depending on the water level [Lake Akimoto] The water is clear due to the inflow of water from the valley, and the waves are calm because it is surrounded by mountains on all sides. Because it is at a high altitude, you can stay cool and comfortable even in summer. You can also see Mt. Bandai, one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains and the symbol of this area. Is it a special place on the lake using SUP?
Plan your summer vacation early!
This time
Little-known spots for summer vacation trips
featured.
Even during summer vacation trips, which overlap with the leisure season, you can enjoy a little-known spot while avoiding the crowds to some extent!
The activities and experiences around each of the spots introduced are also attractive.
Please refer to this special feature and plan your summer vacation trip early!
*The information in this article is current as of May 2023.
