JAPAN BY MONTH

Where to go in Japan in June

68 places across Japan are at their seasonal best in June. The main highlights are autumn leaves, flower fields & gardens and snow & winter scenery, with the most picks in Tochigi, Gifu and Yamanashi. Timing is based on typical years — check the place page for live weather before you go.

Autumn leaves in June

Maple and ginkgo colour (koyo) moves from the mountains of Hokkaido in late September down to Kyushu in early December. See the full autumn leaves guide.

Chugoku · 1 place

Flower fields & gardens in June

Seasonal flower parks and gardens, from plum and wisteria to hydrangea, lavender and cosmos. See the flower calendar.

Hokkaido · 2 places

Kanto · 8 places

Chubu · 6 places

Kansai · 1 place

Chugoku · 1 place

Snow & winter scenery in June

Snow landscapes, winter festivals and illuminations.

Chubu · 2 places

Coast, lakes & highlands in June

Beaches, lakes and highland scenery for this time of year.

Hokkaido · 1 place

Kanto · 2 places

Chubu · 7 places

Fresh greenery in June

Forests, gorges and gardens at their greenest.

Hokkaido · 1 place

Tohoku · 2 places

Kanto · 10 places

Kanagawa

Choanji Temple, Hakone

Soft new foliage creates a calm setting around the statues.

May–JunMay–June · Fresh green temple walk
Tochigi

Furumine Shrine and Furumine Garden

The shrine forest and garden are vivid after spring leaf-out; rain makes stone paths slippery.

May–JunMay–June · Mountain fresh greenery
Tochigi

Irohazaka Winding Roads

New foliage covers the slopes before the summer crowds and humidity peak.

May–JunMay–June · Fresh green mountain road
Tochigi

Kanmangafuchi Abyss

Rain and new leaves intensify the mossy riverside atmosphere.

May–JunMay–June · Moss and fresh green
Tokyo

Mount Mitake

Mild temperatures suit shrine and forest walks before peak summer heat.

May–JunMay–June · Fresh green and mountain flowers
Tochigi

Nikko Takatoku Campground

Seasonal conditions vary by weather; confirm the current local forecast and operating notice.

May–JunMay–June · Riverside green season
Tochigi

Shinkyo Bridge

Rain and new leaves create the atmospheric green-and-vermilion view, but wet stone requires care.

May–JunMay–June · Mist and fresh green
Tochigi

Taiyuin Mausoleum

New leaves soften the approach before summer humidity.

May–JunMay–June · Fresh green cedar precinct
Tochigi

Kegon Falls

Spring and summer surround the fall with green forest; rainfall changes the flow dramatically.

May–AugMay–August · Green falls and strong flow
Gunma

Kuresaka Pass

Green-season walking highlights the historic pass and the Bokusui monument away from autumn crowds.

May–SepMay–September · Quiet forest and poetry walk

Chubu · 17 places

Yamanashi

Aokigahara Jukai Forest

Seasonal conditions vary by weather; confirm the current local forecast and operating notice.

May–JunMay–June · Moss and fresh green
Toyama

Gokayama — Ainokura and Suganuma Villages

Green fields and forest surround the dark thatched roofs.

May–JunMay–June · Rice fields and fresh green mountains
Yamanashi

Kawaguchi Asama Shrine

Seasonal conditions vary by weather; confirm the current local forecast and operating notice.

May–JunMay–June · Cedar green season
Toyama

Kurobe Gorge and Trolley Railway

Spring reopening reveals bright foliage, strong river flow and lingering snow on high peaks.

May–JunMay–June · Fresh green gorge
Toyama

Oshima Campground — Kurobe

Seasonal conditions vary by weather; confirm the current local forecast and operating notice.

May–JunMay–June · Quiet pine-grove camp
Yamanashi

Saiko Wild Bird Forest Park

Seasonal conditions vary by weather; confirm the current local forecast and operating notice.

May–JunMay–June · Birding and fresh green
Shizuoka

Mount Omuro

Fresh grass turns the bowl-shaped crater bright green, with Pacific and Fuji views when the air is clear.

Apr–JunApril–June · Green crater over the Izu coast
Yamanashi

Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba

The operator highlights green summer scenery around the thatched houses and streams.

Jun–AugGreen summer village
Gifu

Shinhotaka Ropeway

Summer offers green mountain views and alpine plants around the upper nature area. Visibility remains weather dependent.

Jun–AugJune–August · Alpine green and flowers
Gifu

Tsukechi Gorge

Spring brings new leaves and strong waterfall flow; carry a rain layer and use footwear with grip.

Apr–JunApril–June · Fresh green gorge
Gifu

Hakusan Shirakawa-go White Road

The road normally opens after the winter closure and offers fresh beech forest, waterfalls and high viewpoints. Confirm the opening date and operating hours before driving.

Jun–SepJune–September · Green mountain drive
Gifu

Nakatsugawa Yumori Park

Summer is the main period for vivid greenery, camping, fishing and water play. Use only open paths and designated activity areas.

Jun–SepJune–September · Green valley and waterfalls
Niigata

Echigo Yuzawa

Warmer months suit ropeway viewpoints, walking and cooler mountain stays.

May–SepMay–September · Green-season mountain escape
Gifu

Shirakawa-go Ogimachi

Rice fields and surrounding mountains are green through the warmer season. Check village traffic and parking guidance.

May–SepMay–September · Green village landscape
Gifu

Utsue 48 Waterfalls Prefectural Park

Green forest and active cascades define the warm season. Allow time for the inclined path and lookout.

May–SepMay–September · Moss and waterfall trail
Gifu

Okura Falls Nature Trail Park

The recommended visit season starts in early April. Spring and summer emphasize moss, forest shade and many small cascades.

Apr–SepEarly April–September · Green waterfall trail
Gifu

Rail Mountain Bike Gattan Go

Spring and summer bring green valley scenery. Online reservation is required and course starting points are different.

Apr–SepApril–September · Green rail-bike season

Kyushu & Okinawa · 2 places

Spring scenery in June

Places at their best in the mild spring weather.

Kanto · 3 places

Chubu · 2 places