Places of Interest
Explore Japan Adventurer’s places of interest through the interactive map and listing below, designed to help you discover places by region and theme at a glance. Use the filters to refine what appears, then click any pin or listing to open the page and learn more.
Mt. Takanawa
Takanawa-san is a good hiking mountain between Matsuyama and Imabari.
Mt. Takatani Observation Deck
The observation deck on Mt. Takatani is the best place to see the sea of fog that occurs on cold mornings in Miyoshi in the mountains of Hiroshima.
Mt. Tsurugi
This majestic mountain of legend is surprisingly accessible.
Mt. Unzen
Mt. Unzen is an impressive active volcanic complex on the Shimabara Peninsula.
Mt. Washigatō
Climb this spectacular rocky mountain on Omishima for an unforgettable view.
Mukaishima Island
The first island on the Shimanami Kaidō on the Hiroshima side. Its monoliths were once a celestial observatory.
Murakami Suigun Museum
Museum documenting the history and lives of the pirate-warriors who dominated the Seto Inland Sea.
Muroto Peninsula
The Muroto Peninsula forms the southwestern part of Shikoku, where the island comes to a sharp point.
Museum of History and Folklore
The museum displays materials related to the local salt and sake industry, and exhibits related to the city’s people, history, and culture.