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Oishi Park

Located on the shore of Lake Kawaguchi in the Oishi district of Yamanashi Prefecture, this scenic spot offers panoramic views of Mount Fuji across the lake. The park, with its photogenic landscapes, attracts many tourists.

Yamanashi
Parks & Gardens

25 Aug 2026 See More

I walked along the 350-meter-long Flower Road promenade. It's famous for its lavender in early summer, but with such a wide variety of flowers planted, it's enjoyable in any season.

I recommend the second floor of the Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center, where you can get a panoramic view of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi.

Aomori Nebuta Festival

The Aomori Nebuta Festival is held in central Aomori City between August 2 and 7 every year and attracts as many as 1 million visitors every year. With records dating back to the late Edo period (around 1842), this historic festival is one of the Three Great Festivals of Tohoku and is designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan.

Aomori
Summer festivals & Events

5 Aug 2026 See More

I went to the Aomori Nebuta Festival, one of the Three Great Festivals of Tohoku. The powerful nebuta floats, the sound of the drums, and the crowd's chants all came together to make it very moving.

However, convenience stores and other businesses had stopped allowing people to use their restrooms, so I had a hard time finding one. If you're planning to go, I recommend checking the festival flyer and locating nearby restrooms in advance.

Hottarakashi Onsen ( Hot spring )

A popular natural hot spring with a superb view from the top of the mountain at the altitude of 700m. Opened in 1999, "Kocchi-no-yu (this bath)" is a hot spring with a simple and calm atmosphere and is popular among the local people. Within this place, there are indoor and outdoor baths, and you are able to enjoy a superb view of Mt. Fuji and the Kofu Basin while soaking in the hot springs.

Yamanashi
Bathing & Spa Facilities

4 Aug 2026 See More

I was able to relax in the hot spring while enjoying the beautiful views of Mt. Fuji and the Kofu Basin. The water wasn't too hot, so I could soak longer than usual. Cash is required for the admission fee and lockers. Food is also available.

Gotemba Kogen Tokinosumika

A large resort complex in Gotemba City, Shizuoka Prefecture, and a popular sightseeing spot that brings together accommodations, hot springs, dining, and activities. Its spacious setting at the foot of Mount Fuji is part of its appeal, with a wide range of facilities including seven hotels and cottages, natural hot springs, and craft beer restaurants.

Shizuoka
Tourist Attractions

2 Jun 2026 See More

The spacious grounds have all kinds of places to enjoy, including a restaurant where you can drink craft beer, a chocolate shop, and even a goldfish aquarium, so it makes for a really nice walk.

At night, we also enjoyed the beautiful illuminations.

It was convenient that there were free shuttle buses from multiple stations.

We stayed at Hotel Tokinosumika.

We were able to use the Kirakubo hot spring facility, which made for a very relaxing stay.

Heidi’s Village (Yamanashi Prefectural Flower Center)

Set in the Swiss Alps, the 1974 anime “Heidi, Girl of the Alps” follows the life of a little girl named Heidi. With story favorites like the iconic straw bed and natural landscapes, or the ooey gooey melted cheese, there are so many scenes from Heidi’s world to cherish.

Yamanashi
Amusement Parks & Theme parks

1 Jun 2026 See More

I got to see lots of beautiful flowers. I’d love to visit again when the flowers I want to see are in bloom.

The buildings, restaurant, and shops were also lovely and really captured the world of Heidi.

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