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Leisure / Hobbies

Leisure / Outdoors

Miyama Town Nature Cultural Village

4.5

12 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Kyoto Nantanshi Miyamachounaka Downward 56

This is a large green space along the clear Yuragawa River in Miyamacho, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture. There are facilities including promenades, old houses with thatched roofs and sunken fireplaces, a baseball ground and a car camping site. In the lodging facility Kajikaso there is a day trip bathing facility to clean off the day’s grime while looking out over the river, and a joint restaurant serving Kyoto free pedigree chicken, deer meat and sweetfish in cuisine using local seasonal produce. There are plenty of spots where families can enjoy casual nature walks and camping.

香港からの友人が訪ねてきた際、彼女のかねてからの希望で美山町へ。京都駅から遠いにも関わらず、台湾の観光客が多くて驚きました。茅葺の家々はまるで昔話の世界のようで、茅葺の家の中に入ったり、古民家風カフェでお茶をしたり、藍染めのお店をのぞいたりとゆったりした時間を過ごせました。水曜は定休日のお店が多いので注意です。
Ushiku Nature Observation Forest

4.0

21 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Ibaraki Pref. Ushikushi Kessokuchou 489-1

This forest park in Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture was created as part of a project to establish areas for making use of nature for local residents and was opened in 1990. Nature observers are permanently stationed in the park who provide the latest information on what's happening on its grounds. From plants to animals, visitors can come in contact with nature in the park in a variety of ways, including the park's centrally located Nature Center and its animal exhibits and activity corner, a beech (chinquapin) forest, owl forest, and Japanese hare hill. The Nature Center loans out binoculars and magnifying glasses and also holds events such as birdwatching and animal care classes for children.

今や東京のベッドタウンと化している牛久ですが、駅から離れると自然を味わえます。おいしい空気を吸いながら散歩ができました。
Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage

Leisure / Hobbies

Tanabe, Wakayama Prefecture other

This ancient pilgrimage route, also called the Kumano Sankeido, visits the Three Head Kumano Shrines—the Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine, Kumano Hayatama Taisha Shrine, and Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine. Starting in ancient times, the Kumano faith grew strong throughout the centuries, and countless people of all classes, from emperors and nobles to samurai and commoners have traveled this pilgrimage route. Due to the heavy rains in the area, the route’s stone paving still remains exposed in some areas, such as Daimon-zaka. A nationally designated Historic Site, a portion is also registered a World Heritage Site as part of the Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range.
Gotemba Trail New 5th Station

Leisure / Hobbies

Shizuoka Pref. Gotembashi Nakabata 2110-10

To reach the Gotemba Trail New 5th Station, visitors can either drive there by coming off the Tomei Expressway at the Gotemba Interchange and then taking the Fujisan Skyline highway to the Gotemba Trail New 5th Station Parking Area, or take the Tozan Bus from Gotemba Station on the JR Gotemba Line and get off at the Gotemba Trail New 5th Station bus stop. There are no restrictions on parking private cars at Gotemba Trail New 5th Station, so visitors can drive to Gotemba Trail New 5th Station at any time during the official climbing season to begin their climb of Mt. Fuji. Please note that the trail from Gotemba Trail New 5th Station to the summit of Mt. Fuji is a long one, with a significant elevation gain, so this route is recommended only for people who are physically fit. Near the trail entrance there are public toilets, which are open 24 hours a day, and also a tourist information center and shop. Gotemba Trail New 5th Station is open between early July and early September each year.
Taraimisaki Promenade

4.0

17 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Shizuoka Kamo-gun・Shimoda-shi

This seaside promenade runs past several beaches between the Kyukamura bus stop and the Kisami bus stop. Hikers can enjoy the surrounding scenery during the two hours and 40 minutes or so that it takes to complete the course. One of its biggest highlights is Cape Tarai, which boasts views of Yumigahama Beach and Benzaiten Cape to the west and a view of the Izu-shichito (Izu Seven Islands) as well as the beautiful coastline from Okunijima to Sagami Bay to the east. Points of interest along the route include Okunijima, where numerous artifacts have been excavated, as well as Mikazuki Sea Cave.

弓ヶ浜から砂浜を歩いたり山を歩いたりを繰り返していく岬の先端です。１１月のこの時期は誰とも会わずに到着です。よく整備されていて案内板も充実しています。盥という漢字がタライとは初めて知りました。
Kurobe Dam Lakeside Walking Trail

4.5

12 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Toyama Nakaniikawa-gun Tateyamamachi Ashikuraji Bunazaka Tono 11 Kokuyurin

This maintained walking trail follows the Lake Kurobe shore from the Kampa Valley suspension bridge. It runs through a beech and birch forest, and with little elevation difference it's even easy for children to walk. There are many sights to see including cold springs, and alpine plants, so it's perfect to soak in the refreshing forest ambience. It's about a one hour walk if you turn back in front of Lodge Kuroyon.

関電電気バスで黒部ダム駅に到着すると、長い上りの階段を上った先に、黒部展望台があります。黒部展望台からは黒部ダムを見下ろすことができました。そこから、コンクリートに覆われた垂直に近い絶壁に設置されている外階段をしばらくの間下っていくと、新展望広場...
Akigawa Bridge River Park Barbecue Land

4.5

11 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Tokyo Akirunoshi Totohara 813

A barbecue area set in the beautiful natural surroundings of Akigawa Valley. Surrounded by green mountains the place is hugely popular with children who can enjoy playing in the water on the side of the river. Barbecues and equipment are available to hire but visitors should bring their own food and drink.

道具のレンタルがあり、返却の際には洗わなくて済むのでとても楽。子供連れは川で遊べるのも楽しい。ただし、混雑が激しい。
Tanabe Kawayu Campground

4.0

2 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Wakayama Tanabe-shi Hongucho Kawayu 1288

A paid campground surrounded by abundant nature located downstream from Kawayu Onsen. Customers can choose between three areas to pitch their tent: a first-come first-served campsite area that requires no reservation, an area with lots of shade and grass that is comfortable to sleep on, and a riverbed area which can even be driven to from a nearby parking lot. The grounds are replete with a shop, toilets, grills, and food preparation facilities. There's also a farmer's market selling local vegetables which many people visit to pick up food to make while camping or to buy souvenirs to bring back home. As the campground does not rent equipment, make sure you have everything you need to go camping before you come.

熊野古道を旅した時に利用しました。熊野の大自然を満喫できゆったりのんびり出来るキャンプ場です。施設は綺麗な水洗トイレ、水道駐車場があり芝生のテントサイトと車中泊サイトのエリアがあります。目の前で川遊びができ、ペット同伴OKです。分別ゴミステーションがあるのでゴミの持ち帰りが無いのが嬉しいです。薪も￥600で売っていました歩いて10分以内に公衆浴場があります大人¥800 車¥700
Park Hayama, Mt. Sangaoka

4.0

8 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Kanagawa Miura-gun Hayamamachi Horiuchi

"A lush urban forest that makes it easy to take in views of the sea and mountains typical of Hayama. A hiking course with a log staircase, benches, and an arbor traverses three peaks. Hikers are welcomed by cherry blossoms and azaleas in spring, hydrangeas in early summer, and birds and flowers like tiger lilies in summer. The view of the sea and Mt. Fuji from the observatory and the mountaintop plaza is wonderful; it has been selected as one of ""100 Best Views of Mt. Fuji in Kanto"""

よく整備されているハイキングコースです。山頂や途中の展望台からは海岸を一望できます。桜の時期が一番おススメです。
Kenmin Seaside Park

Leisure / Hobbies

Ishikawa Pref. Kanazawashi Fushoujimachi 11-1-1

Approximately a 10 minute walk from the Kaihin Koen bus stop, this sea coast park is located near Kanazawa Port. The park is on the sand dunes along the gently flowing Sai River estuary. Centered around the Oike pond where there are barbecue pits, it is a spot where visitors can enjoy sports and other leisure activities. Within the park there is a wooded area of pines along a small coastal trail, and a grassed area for multi-purpose use. In the summer months the outdoor pools are open for the season. This is the only park in the prefecture with a waterslide and it also has a wave pool, and a children's pool, making it an enjoyable place for both adults and children.
Kannonike Park

Leisure / Hobbies

Miyazaki Pref. Miyakonojoushi Takajouchouishiyama 4195

This park is located a five-minute drive from the Miyakonojo Interchange on the Miyazaki Expressway in Miyakonojo City. Miyazaki Prefecture. Here visitors can enjoy boating, a Ferris wheel, and a golf putting course, as well as exciting playground equipment and go-carts. The park also has a caravan campground and bungalows for camping. The adjoining Kannon Sakuranosato offers a natural stone outdoor hot spring bath and pottery classes and has a restaurant serving dishes made with Miyazaki beef and Kannonike pork.
Higashi-Odai Hiking Course

4.0

4 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Nara Yoshino-gun Kamikitayama Mura Kotochi 660-1 Odaigahara Visitor Center

This hiking course to Mt. Odaigahara in Yoshino-Kumano National Park is located in Kamikitayama Village, Yoshino County. Odaigahara Plateau is broadly divided into two areas; Higashi-Odai and Nishi-Odai. Higashi-Odai, the eastern areas, has many scenic spots to enjoy such as Masaki Pass and Mt. Hidegadake, which at 1,694 meters is the highest point in the area. Colonies of rhododendron also bloom in the area from the end of May to early June.

おととい台風10号が通過して、久しぶりの晴天。誤って東京代官山の書店の写真を添付していました。今ごろ気付きましたが訂正方法がわかりません、すみません。中道の苔がきれいでした。
Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Route

Leisure / Hobbies

Wakayama Pref. Tanabeshi Nakahechichoukurisugawa

This mountain path is one of the Kumano pilgrimage trails leading to Kumano Sanzan, starting from Tanabe town, leading through the Hongu, Shingu, and Nachi shrines. From the Heian through Kamakura periods, famous for the Kumano goko (goko meaning an outing for the retired emperor, the monk emperor and imperial women) the emperor and the nobility repeatedly made this pilgrimage over 100 times. The Nakahechi path is the official pilgrimage path (the Gokodo) with many traditional remains of folklore along the way, including the Prince Takijirioji-jinja Shrine. This Nakahechi route is also considered a popular walking course, and called the golden route.
Goshikinuma Nature Trail

Leisure / Hobbies

Fukushima Pref. Yamagunkitashiobaramura Hibara

Goshikinuma Nature Trail starts near the Goshikinuma bus stop, which is reachable on the Aizu Bus route from JR Inawashiro Station. At 3.6 kilometers in length, it is one of the principal hiking courses in the Urabandai region, and hikers can enjoy views of the uncanny cobalt blue and green lakes that lie along the path. The course is relatively level, easy to walk on, and even accessible to visitors who use wheelchairs or baby strollers. It takes about one hour and 10 minutes to walk around the Lake Bishamon, Lake Benten, and Lake Aonuma.
Kano-Densetsu

4.0

2 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Shimo Prefecture Kamo-gun Minamiizu Town Performance 1600

This company offers entertaining guided tours that start at Yumigahama Beach and Onohama Beach, trace the old roads along the banks of the tranquil Aono River past local settlements, and ends in the forest village. Long ago, Izuishi (pyroxene andesite) mined in Minami-Izu was carried on rafts and canoes down the Aono River to Yumigahama Beach from where changed to ship and reached Edo. The company offers three enjoyable tours worthy of an episode and geographic that leverage this historical fact.

伊豆旅行のメインのひとつで行きました。城や神社などの敷石の切り場跡を見るアクティビティーで、個人所有の土地の中にあるカッパドキアみたいな雰囲気の石切り場をツアーで見ることができます。電話で予約を入れ、ガイドに引率され見て回るスタイルです。自分は膝が痛かったので、アップダウンの少ない出口側からアクセスしましたが、それでも結構膝イタでした。滑りやすいのでポールとトレッキングシューズがあると楽です...
Prefectural Natural Park Nopporo Forest Park

Leisure / Hobbies

Hokkaido Sapporoshi Atsubetsu-ku Atsubetsuchou Konopporo

Nopporo Shinrin Koen Prefectural Natural Park boasts about 2,000 hectares of land which extends across Sapporo City, Ebetsu City and Kitahiroshima City. It was designated as a Hokkaido Nature Park in 1968 to commemorate Hokkaido’s centenary. The park is 80% national forest and maintains 17 pathways. The park has about 110 trees, over 1300 insects, and over 140 species of wild birds, as well as the Hokkaido squirrel and mountain hare inhabiting the lowland forest, which is also a wildlife sanctuary, so you can observe rare plants and animals in close proximity. Check out the visitor’s center to get information about the nature in the park and Hokkaido. Nature observation sessions and guided tours are also available.
Neyagawa Outdoor Activity Center

5.0

1 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Osaka Shijonawate-shi Shimotawara 2237

A lifelong learning center located in Shimotawara, Shijonawate City. Surrounded by the abundant natural beauty of Kongo-Ikoma-Kisen Quasi-National Park, the center has facilities such as lodges, an astronomy dome, cooking areas, a workshop, and birdwatching hut, and the center can be used for outdoor and nature activities. The center also offers a variety of programs, including nature experiences, outdoor cooking, crafting classes, and astronomical observation.

昨年の8月に、施設でキャンプ泊に利用しました。大阪市内から車で1時間ちょいで、アクセスも割といいと思います。さまざまなレクリエーションを用意してくださっていて、滞在時間中は思い切り楽しめました！！たくさんの方を受け入れていて手なれているのか、スタッフさんも細やかな気配りをして下さり、とても居心地がよかったです。コテージは十分に広く、子どもたちも大喜びでした。空調はコイン式で、バストイレ...
Okubomabu General Public Tour

4.0

1 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Shimane Oda-shi

This is one of the shafts, or mabu, that make up 2007 designated World Heritage Site Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine and its Cultural Landscape. Starting from Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center, you can tour the Kinseiko shaft, which was dug to drain excess water and bring out ore, and the Okubo Mabu shaft, the largest of the remaining shafts. The Okubo shaft was named after the first director of the Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine, Okubo Nagayasu, and is beyond any of the others in scope. It reaches a maximum height of five meters, and there are legends of how Nagayasu rode down it on horseback holding a spear. The massive Fukuishiba quarry spreading in the back is also an impressive site.

インターネットで情報を見つけて事前にオンライン申込みしました。当日でも受付けているようですが人数に限りがあるそうで事前申込みがお勧めです。申込書に出発の20分前までに来るようにとの指示があったのですが20分前に行ったところもう館内での説明は始まっていました。坑道への移動開始がツアー開始時間みたいです。20分前にはトイレとかもすませて準備万端にしておいたほうがいいです。地元のガイドさんに連れられバ...
Hinomisaki Promenade

Leisure / Hobbies

Shimane Pref. Izumoshi Taishachouhinomisaki

"The area around the ""Izumo Hinomisaki Lighthouse"", certified as one of the ""100 World Historic Lighthouses"", is a recommended place for a walk overlooking the superb view of the Izumo Matsushima Islands and the beautiful sunset. It is also one of ""Japan's 100 natural locations"" where visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery. "
Aputo-no-michi Walking Trail

Leisure / Hobbies

Gunma Pref. Annakashi Matsuidamachisakamoto

This walkway starting near the Yokokawa Station in Annaka City, Gunma Prefecture, was once the track used by the Abt-type train as part of the former Shin-Etsu line. Visitors can enjoy hiking along the ruins of the railway that travelled along the Usui Pass, a difficult area for railroad transportation. The old brick construction en route is the Maruyama substation, registered as a National Important Cultural Asset. The path passes through five tunnels including Usui Toge no Mori Park Exchange Building, Toge no Yu, Usui First Tunnel, and then onto a grand bridge with four arches. While enjoying the view of Lake Usui seen from the Abt railroad, visitors can get a sense for the railway scene of the Meiji and Showa periods.