Japan has plenty of unique summer experiences to offer—but be prepared for the heat! Thankfully, with a bit of creativity, you can enjoy a refreshingly cool and comfortable journey. We've handpicked the best spots nationwide where you can chill out and beat the heat. Which cool destination will you choose this summer?
Soaring at an elevation of 1,048 meters, Nasu Highland Observatory offers sweeping views of the Nasu mountain range in its full majesty. Make your way here for an impeccable panorama of the Kanto Plain, and even the elegant peaks of the Yamizo Mountains far off on clear days. The evening hours are a perfect chance to bring someone special, as the observatory takes on a romantic air thanks to stunning night views and glittering city lights below.
This rare underwater cave was created when limestone caves formed 300 million years ago during the Paleozoic Era were submerged in water by the eruption of Mt. Aso 300,000 years ago. At approximately 1 km in length, it is the longest underwater limestone cave in Japan, and its research continues to this day.
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