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The great outdoors, sports and adventure
The great outdoors, sports and adventure MAP
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Ski Jam Katsuyama FUKUI
Ski Jam Katsuyama is a comprehensive ski resort spreading across the highland. In winter, you can enjoy dynamic skiing on one of the largest slopes in western Japan. Ski Jam Katsuyama
Koshino Bathing Beach FUKUI
Koshino Bathing Beach is the only swimming beach located on Echizen Coast. Many people enjoy various marine sports here. Koshino Bathing Beach
Wakasawada Beach FUKUI
Wakasawada Beach is a beautiful and popular beach resort selected as one of the Environment Agency's 88 Best Bathing Beaches in Japan. You can enjoy camping and fishing at a campsite and fishing pond adjacent to the beach. Wakasawada Beach
Taiyo-no-Hiroba FUKUI
Taiyo-no-Hiroba, a very large grassy field where families with small children can play safely, has a variety of sport facilities such as a slope for popular grass skiing. Taiyo-no-Hiroba
Mizushima Island FUKUI
Mizushima Island is a small desert island with a very beautiful landscape of contrasting blue sea and white beach sand. The island boasts of its very clear water so therefore is known as a home of marine sports. Mizushima Island
Takasu Beach FUKUI
Takasu Beach is renowned for its clear seawater, one of the clearest waters in the Sea of Japan. Visitors can enjoy marine sports, camping, and other outdoor activities on the beach. Takasu Beach
Mikuni Sunset Beach FUKUI
Mikuni Sunset Beach is a shallow beach with clear seawater, and is very popular among families with small children. An impressive grand fireworks display is held here on the greatest scale in the Hokuriku region. Mikuni Sunset Beach
Suishohama Beach FUKUI
Suishohama Beach is a very beautiful swimming beach of dazzling sand like suisho (crystals). It is also a key spot for marine sports. Suishohama Beach
Rhythm-no-Mori FUKUI
Rhythm-no-Mori is a facility where even a camping beginner can safely enjoy grass skiing, noodling, and other nature-oriented activities. Rhythm-no-Mori
Canadian Canoe MIE
A spacious field for various outdoor activities including Canadian canoe Canadian Canoe
Koushirahama MIE
Koushirahama, a shallow, long white sand beach, is a very popular surfing site. Koushirahama
Gozaisho Ski Area MIE
Gozaisho Ski Area, at the top of Mt. Gozaisho, is the only ski area in Mie Pref. Gozaisho Ski Area
Gozashirahama Beach MIE
Gozashirahama Beach is a white sand beach where many colorful parasols are seen everywhere, a view reminding us of some tropical beach! Gozashirahama Beach
Nemu-no-Sato MIE
Nemu-no-Sato is a resort facility where visitors can enjoy various marine sports such as Cannon Ball, Canadian canoe, etc. Nemu-no-Sato
Outdoor Sports Club O-pal SHIGA
An outdoor sports club located by Lake Biwa. You can enjoy a variety of marine sports such as yachting, wakeboarding, canoeing, dragon boating, etc. Outdoor Sports Club O-pal
Mt. Ibuki (Mt. Ibuki Ski Resort) SHIGA
Mt. Ibuki, the highest mountain in Shiga Pref., attracts many people enjoying skiing in winter, and mountain climbing, mountain biking, paragliding and many other recreational activities in summer. Mt. Ibuki (Mt. Ibuki Ski Resort)
Omatsuzaki (Ohmi-Maiko Beach) SHIGA
Omatsuzaki, against the northern Hira Mountains, is a long beach of white sand and green pines stretching for about 3 km. It is called Suzukaze Omatsuzaki no Shirahama (Omatsuzaki, a white sand beach where cool winds blow), and is known as one of the Eight Views of Ohmi. Omatsuzaki (Ohmi-Maiko Beach)
Shiga Prefectural Hira Mountaineering Center SHIGA
Shiga Prefectural Hira Mountaineering Center is used to provide mountain climbers with accurate knowledge and skills, as well as opportunities for outdoor activities. Shiga Prefectural Hira Mountaineering Center
Notogawa Water Wheel and Canoe Land SHIGA
You can enjoy boating and fishing here. Rental canoe service is available. Even a total beginner can enjoy canoeing under the guidance of an instructor. Notogawa Water Wheel and Canoe Land
Mt. Hakodate (Hakodateyama Ski Area) SHIGA
From the top of the mountain you can enjoy a grand view of Lake Biwa. The mountain is surrounded by an approx. 6 km hiking course running from the top of the mountain, to Lake Tankai and Hiraike. A ski area is also located on the mountain. Mt. Hakodate (Hakodateyama Ski Area)
BSC Water Sports Center SHIGA
BSC Water Sports Center provides a variety of programs to experience yachting, wind surfing, kayaking, etc. on Lake Biwa. BSC Water Sports Center
Biwako Valley SHIGA
At Biwako Valley, there are many facilities for various sports such as skiing, field athletics (adventure using obstacle courses) and grass skiing, so you can enjoy such sports the whole year round. Biwako Valley
Biwako Yoshibue Road SHIGA
Biwako Yoshibue Road is an approx. 3-hour cycling course. Many people enjoy cycling here throughout the year. Biwako Yoshibue Road
Miyagahama Beach SHIGA
Ohmi-Hachiman National Park Resort Village located in front of Miyagahama Beach offers you many opportunities to experience canoeing, rafting, and many other recreational activities. Miyagahama Beach
Kawagakitaisho Fukkatsu Project (River Kids Revival Project) (Katsuragawa River basin) KYOTO
This project provides children with a diverse array of programs to experience recreational activities on the river and feel and understand the splendor and importance of nature.  
Mountain Stream Canoeing on the Kizu River KYOTO
A mountain stream of the Kizu River serves as a venue for canoeing. Various people from beginners to advanced-level canoeists can easily and freely enjoy canoeing on the stream running along the base of Mt. Kasagi. Mountain Stream Canoeing on the Kizu River
Yamabuki MTB Challenge Festa KYOTO
Yamabuki MTB Challenge Festa is a mountain bike competition held mainly at the Yamabuki Hiking Course. The purpose of the competition is to enjoy mountain biking through an approx. 20 km course in the abundant greenery of Ide-cho. Yamabuki MTB Challenge Festa
Green Land Mizuho KYOTO
Green Land Mizuho is a forest resort zone with an advantage of an abundant natural environment. You can enjoy recreational activities and experience farm works at this comfortable resort facility where accommodation facilities, restaurants, and a roadside station are located inside and in surrounding areas. Green Land Mizuho
Shizushi Limestone Cave Park KYOTO
Shizushi Limestone Cave is the only limestone cave in Kyoto Pref. The area surrounding the limestone cave is used as a park where many camping facilities are located, and you can enjoy outdoor activities there with your family and friends. Shizushi Limestone Cave Park
Osaka Prefectural Youth Marine Center OSAKA
You can enjoy sailboating, fishing, and shellfish gathering throughout the year.  
Nishikinohama Beach OSAKA
Nishikinohama Beach Park is a beautiful beach with green pines and white sand. On the beach you can enjoy shellfish gathering in spring, and swimming in summer.  
Bicycle Museum (The Cycle Center) OSAKA
The only bicycle museum in Japan. The museum not only holds exhibitions, but also hosts various events, such as bicycle-riding classes for children and bicycle touring. Bicycle Museum (The Cycle Center)
Harvest Hill (Sakai Green Museum) OSAKA
Theme park featuring a village celebrating the harvest festival. Great for a family outing in a relaxing environment. Harvest Hill (Sakai Green Museum)
Osaka Hokko Yacht Harbor OSAKA
A facility for enjoying yachting and other marine sports Osaka Hokko Yacht Harbor
Keinomatsubara Beach HYOGO
A beautiful beach selected as one of the Environment Agencyfs g55 Best Bathing Beaches in Japanh Keinomatsubara Beach
Goshikihama Beach HYOGO
Goshikihama Beach is a beautiful swimming beach where colorful pebbles spread over the coast. Goshikihama Beach
Shin Nishinomiya Yacht Harbor HYOGO
At Shin-Nishinomiya Yacht Harbor, you can enjoy cruising and yacht sailing. Shin Nishinomiya Yacht Harbor
Suma Beach HYOGO
Suma Beach, with a beautiful coastline of white sand and green pines, is one of the most popular beaches in the Hanshin region. Suma Beach
Mt. Rokko Country House/Field Athletics HYOGO
A comprehensive outdoor leisure facility located on Mt. Rokko Mt. Rokko Country House/Field Athletics
Mt. Rokko Artificial Snow Ski Area HYOGO
An artificial snow ski slope located on Mt. Rokko Mt. Rokko Artificial Snow Ski Area
Up-Kannabe HYOGO
Up-Kannabe serves as a ski area in winter and paragliding in summer. Up-Kannabe
Kannabe Kogen (Kannabe Highland) HYOGO
Here, you can enjoy skiing in winter and various other outdoor sports the rest of the year. Kannabe Kogen (Kannabe Highland)
Takeno Beach HYOGO
A beautiful beach selected by the Environment Agency as one of the 88 Best Bathing Beaches in Japan.  
Chikusa Kogen Nature Land HYOGO
Chikusa Kogen Nature Land is a safe and comfortable ski area for families, because snowboarding is prohibited here. Chikusa Kogen Nature Land
Hachikita Kogen (Hachikita Highland) HYOGO
On Hachikita Kogen, you can enjoy skiing in winter and paragliding in summer. Hachikita Kogen (Hachikita Highland)
Shibasaki Kasen Koen (Shibasaki Riverside Park) NARA
Shibasaki Kasen Koen is very popular among canoeists for its abundant water flow. You can enjoy a view of oddly shaped rocks on the left side of the river.  
Dorogawa Ski Area NARA
Dorogawa Ski Area is an out-of-the-way spot for skiing in the Kansai region. The location of the ski area is very convenient for tourists who want to enjoy both skiing and hot springs, since Dorogawa Hot Springs and many Japanese-style hotels are located near the ski area.  
Yamazoe-mura B & G Marine Center NARA
At the sub-dam of Nunome Dam, you can experience marine recreational sports such as yachting and canoeing.  
Wasamatayama Ski Area NARA
You can enjoy magnificent scenery from the observatory on the top of the mountain, as well as hot springs nearby.  
Hands-on experience of canoeing WAKAYAMA
Enjoy canoeing as a sport, as well as appreciating the wild nature surrounded by the deep mountains and clear water of the Kozagawa River. Hands-on experience of canoeing
Practical experience of diving WAKAYAMA
Even beginners can enjoy this magnificent experience of the sea, safely and securely. Practical experience of diving
Hands-on experience of paragliding WAKAYAMA
Try a paragliding flight on the slope specially designed for beginners. Hands-on experience of paragliding
Rafting WAKAYAMA
In the past, the trunks of trees felled in the deep upper reaches of the Kitayamagawa River, were lashed together to make rafts to transport them down the river through both its placid stretches and violent rapids. Rafting
Canoeing TOKUSHIMA
Wajiki Line is one of the permanent venues for canoeing competitions sponsored by the Japan Canoe Association, and also the venue for the National Canoe Slalom/Wild Water Junior Cup Competition. Canoeing
Kitanowaki Beach TOKUSHIMA
Kitanowaki Beach has been recognized as the gmost beautiful beach in Japanh by the Environment Agency. Moreover, the beach was also selected by the Agency as one of the g100 Best Beaches in Japan.h Kitanowaki Beach
Grass Ski Area (Mt. Nakao Grass Ski Area) TOKUSHIMA
Mt. Nakao Grass Ski Area is a grass ski course authorized by the Japan Grass Ski Association (JSGA). Many national ski competitions are held here. Grass Ski Area (Mt. Nakao Grass Ski Area)
Surfing/Body-boarding TOKUSHIMA
Many nice surfing points including Kaifu Point, a world famous surfing spot, are scattered throughout Tokushima. Surfing/Body-boarding
Sea Kayaking TOKUSHIMA
You can experience sea kayaking at coves along the indented coastline of Naruto City, Shishikui-cho, and other areas. Sea Kayaking
Scuba Diving TOKUSHIMA
With untouched natural beauty, the sea off Tokushima's southern area between Mugi-cho and Shishikui-cho is recognized as one of the best diving sites in Japan. Scuba Diving
Zorbing (Ikawa X Park) TOKUSHIMA
At Ikawa X Park, you can experience a still very uncommon sport in Japan?zorbing (where a person rolls down a slope inside an inflatable sphere.) Zorbing (Ikawa X Park)
Paragliding TOKUSHIMA
Tokushima has many nice flight points for paragliding in western Japan. The National League Tournament is sponsored by the Japan Paraglider Association. Paragliding
Downhill mountain biking TOKUSHIMA
This downhill course is renowned as a high-level course. A mountain bike competition is held here annually with the participation of many mountain bike lovers throughout Japan. Downhill mountain biking
Rafting (Oboke and Koboke valleys) TOKUSHIMA
The upstream reaches of the Yoshino River is one of the most raging currents in Japan. Many rafting-lovers gather here from the Kansai and Chugoku regions to enjoy the sweeping stream. Rafting (Oboke and Koboke valleys)