Great waterfall, which almost flows to one. It is currently on the observation deck. quite crowded with school classes and other visitors. There is also a small resturan with fried …
The world-famous snow monkeys are at home here. In autumn there are of course fewer animals in their onsen than in winter. Nevertheless, we were able to observe three of the macaques.
Shibu Pass is a well-known mountain pass in Japan, located at an elevation of 2,172 meters and representing the highest point of any national highway in Japan. National Highway 292, …
Lake Haruna is a beautiful mountain lake in Japan, known for its natural beauty and tranquility. The lake lies at the foot of Mount Haruna, a 1,449-meter-high volcano in Gunma Prefecture.
Lovely little hike along the river through the gorge between Kawaji Onsen and Kinugawa Onsen. Some scrambling at some points but nothing too difficult. If you don't feel like doing …
Suginamiki Park was created to protect the Nikko Sugi Avenue and preserve local culture. The Nikko Sugi Avenue is a historically and academically significant site, designated as both a Special …
Top tip! The center of Kusatsu is a charming onsen village known for its hot springs and traditional Japanese houses. Right next to the Sulfur Spring, one of Kusatsu's most …
This is the entrance to the Shiga Kogen / national park. Again, I suggest to approach from the west side. Think spot is already over 1000m altitude, still going up …
Bite-sized "hike" across the suspension bridge, up some stairs, turn right to go through a cave and up some more to the viewpoint overlooking Kinugawa Onsen. Take the remaining path …