10 articles to prepare your trip
A caldera lake in southwestern Hokkaido, Lake Toya brings together active volcanoes, thermal springs, central islands and daily fireworks from spring through autumn.
The largest caldera lake on Honshu, nestled between Aomori and Akita prefectures, Lake Towada combines volcanic landscapes, the Oirase Gorge, and contemporary art.
Shikotsu
A volcanic caldera in Hokkaido an hour from Sapporo, Lake Shikotsu combines boat cruises, hiking on active volcanoes, hot springs and seasonal festivals.
At the foot of Mount Fuji, five volcanic lakes offer panoramic views, lava caves, museums and water sports just 1 hour 45 minutes from Tokyo.
A stratovolcano rising to 3,776 meters and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, Mount Fuji can be climbed in summer and admired year-round from the lakes and Chureito Pagoda.
A crater lake at 723 m altitude in the caldera of Hakone volcano, Lake Ashi is one of the best vantage points for viewing Mount Fuji from Tokyo.
Oshino
At the foot of Mount Fuji, Oshino Hakkai lines its thatched roofs around eight translucent ponds—rural Japon suspended between the Edo period and UNESCO.
Kawaguchiko
At the foot of Mount Fuji, Lake Kawaguchiko combines iconic views, onsen, art museums and hot spring villages. The complete guide to planning your stay.
Hakone
Steaming onsens, Lake Ashi, views of Mount Fuji and the volcanic zone of Owakudani: Hakone, an unmissable thermal escape just 80 km from Tokyo.
On the frozen coast of the Sea of Okhotsk, Abashiri blends drift ice, a legendary prison-turned-museum, and Arctic cultures. Our complete guide to northeast Hokkaido.
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