Aomori

One of Japan's premier mountain scenic spots at approximately 1,500m elevation in the Northern Alps. Views from Taisho Pond and Kappa Bridge reflecting the Hotaka Range are sometimes called 'Japan's Switzerland.' Private car restrictions preserve the natural environment, making it a popular base for mountaineering and trekking.

Japan's largest sand dunes stretching roughly 16km east-west and 2.4km north-south along the Sea of Japan coast. Natural formations including wind ripples and sand curtains have earned the nickname 'Japan's desert.' Activities like camel riding and paragliding are also available.

A mountain range spanning Nagano, Gifu, and Toyama prefectures in central Japan. Comprising the Southern, Central, and Northern Alps with numerous peaks exceeding 3,000 meters, it is celebrated as a mountaineering mecca. Featuring dramatic alpine scenery and rich alpine flora, it attracts over 2 million annual visitors as a premier trekking and mountaineering destination.

Japan's northernmost island renowned for vast natural landscapes, snowy scenery, abundant seafood, and agricultural products. Home to multiple tourist cities including Sapporo, Asahikawa, and Hakodate, attracting approximately 50 million visitors annually. Rich in year-round tourism resources from winter skiing to summer nature tourism, autumn foliage, and spring flower viewing. Major international destination particularly for Asian tourists.

Hokkaido, Japan's largest region, encompasses diverse tourist destinations. From natural landscapes like Otaru Canal, Hakodate night views, Shiretoko, and Shiraoi, to Sapporo's Ramen Yokocho and Asahikawa Zoo, numerous tourism resources exist. Year-round tourism opportunities from winter skiing to summer nature experiences. Attracts tens of millions of visitors annually.

Japan's northernmost island, celebrated for its vast natural landscapes and rich food culture. From the lavender fields of Furano to the UNESCO World Natural Heritage site of Shiretoko and world-class powder snow ski resorts, Hokkaido offers year-round tourism appeal complemented by acclaimed seafood and local cuisine.