Skyline, etc. Spots in Japan

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Category

Travel / Tourism

Other Sightseeing

Iroha-zaka

Travel / Tourism

Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture Hosoo

Iroha-zaka refers to a pair of sightseeing roads that connect central Nikko to the higher elevations of Lake Chuzenji and the mountainous Okunikko region. The First Iroha-zaka is used to come down while the Second Iroha-zaka is used to go up. Altogether there are 48 curves on the two roads, and each corner has been named with a letter of the ancient Japanese alphabet, which began with “I,” “Ro,” and “Ha.” There is a spectacular view from the Akechidaira observatory on the Second Iroha-zaka, and in the autumn it is such a popular spot to drive along and see the colorful leaves that traffic can become congested.
Shigi Ikoma Skyline Drive

4.0

8 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Nara Pref. Ikomashi Tawaraguchichou 2116

Shigi-Ikoma Skyline Drive is a toll road that runs north-south for the entire 20.9 kilometer length from Mt. Shigi and Mt. Ikoma. The road is famous for affording views of the Osaka area and the city of Ikoma, among other things, and there are observation points and parking spots scattered along the way that allow motorists to enjoy nighttime views. The best spot for viewing sunsets is the appropriately named Yuhi (“Sunset”) Parking Lot near the Shotenguchi Toll Booth.

The lookout points and attractions along the way arent really that interesting. For me, the drive itself is the main treat. Winding and winding, this toll road is perfect to enjoy with a sports car...
Koya-Ryujin Skyline Road

Travel / Tourism

Wakayama Pref. Tanabeshi Ryujinmuraryujin

One of the preeminent skyline parkways in the Kii Peninsula, this mountain road runs from the sacred Mt. Koyasan to via Mt. Gomadan to Ryujin Hot Spring. The tolls for this parkway were lifted in October 2003, allowing the beauty of the vibrant yellows and reds of the beech and mountain sumac trees to be enjoyed by all while overlooking the contiguous peaks of Kii. Famous as one of the best areas for cruising, this parkway is as one of the top 100 scenic roads in Japan. Although the roads are clear throughout the year, during the icy months of mid-December through the end of March, motorcycle passage is regulated.
Tsubaki Line

Travel / Tourism

Kanagawa Pref. Ashigarashimogunyugawaramachi Miyakami

This is a section of road, 38.8 kilometers long, designated as on Kanagawa Prefectural Route 75. This road connects such areas as Hakone and Yugawara and is a favorite of driving and touring enthusiasts for its many winding curves. This unique route is two lanes all the way over the pass, and because this route is not a toll road, bicyclists and pedestrians use it too. Fans of the popular manga Initial D, know this area as the staging area for his last work.
Hachimantai Jukai Line

4.5

12 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Iwate Hachimantai-shi

This driving course runs along Prefectural Route 318 from Hachimantai City’s Matsukawa Onsen. You can drive through the nature of Hachimantai Plateau on the way to Hachimantai Aspite Line via Toshichi Onsen. Although it is closed during the winter, you can enjoy a snow corridor with snow on both sides of the road after it reopens.

松川温泉から藤七温泉を通り、アスピーテラインに繋がるルート。冬季通行止め。また冬季通行止めの前後期間は、路面凍結のため夜間通行止めとなるので、訪れる時には調べた方が無難です。アスピーテラインより空いています。松川温泉から少し上ると、下倉スキー場の上級コースを横断します。クルマから見るこのコースは、信じられないほど急斜面に見えます。景観はアスピーテラインより全体的に森が多く、少し劣るかもしれ...
Okubiwako Parkway

Travel / Tourism

Shiga ken Nagahama shi Nishiiii Town

An 18.8-kilometer-long scenic driving course extending from Prefectural Route 513 to 512 and from the Tsukidetoge Pass to Oura Nishiazai-cho, Nagahama City. Drivers along the road can enjoy picturesque views of Lake Biwa and Chikubushima Island. The Tsuzura Ozaki Observatory, which also has a restaurant and plaza, is also located on the road. The road is also famous for the thousands of cherry trees which come into bloom here in the spring.
Hiruzen-Kogen Heights Cycling Route

4.5

11 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Okayama Maniwa-shi Hiruzen

This biking and walking trail is in the Hiruzen area of Maniwa City. With a total length of 30 kilometers, it seems to wrap around Mt. Hiruzen. The scenery is spectacular, with views of the Hiruzen Three Peaks, Mt. Daisen, and more, for an easy taste of nature. There are bicycle rental offices, and you can even try a tandem bicycle for two limited to the Hiruzen Heights Bicycle Trail. The Roadside Station Hiruzen Kogen also offers children's bicycle rentals, so it's recommended for families.

I liked the course so much that I did it twice. Landscape changes so its more interesting. You go through hills, pastures, fields and down the river. There are many flowers on the way. Take good...
Hakone Skyline

Travel / Tourism

Shizuoka Pref. Gotembashi ・ Supporter city

On this scenic driving route, you can enjoy driving along with views of Lake Ashinoko and Mt. Fuji. Five kilometers long, the road connects the west side of the outer rim of the crater of Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park with Gotemba and the Hakone Pass. In Hakone Ashinoko Observatory Park, visitors can take in an expansive view of Lake Ashinoko; in addition, an observatory parking area in front of a toll booth commands a view of Mt. Fuji. Making use of prefectural routes and Ashinoko Sky Line, visitors can enjoy comfortable driving with no traffic signals across a 23 kilometer long stretch of road.
Kaichu Road

Travel / Tourism

Okinawa Pref. Urumashi Yonashiroyahira

Kaichu Road (“The Road in the Middle of the Sea”) is a public (non-toll) road in Uruma City. Extending across the sea for approximately 5.2 kilometers from the Katsuren Peninsula to Henza Island, it is a very popular choice for an enjoyable drive; with the sea stretching away on both sides of the bridge, the views are magnificent. Halfway along the road there is the “Ayahashi” rest station, which sells local specialties and other souvenir gifts.
Ibukiyama Driveway

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Gifu Prefecture Fuwa-gun Sekigahara Town Yoritani

The Ibukiyama Driveway is a toll road with a total length of 17 kilometers that extends from Sekigahara Town, Fuwa County in Gifu Prefecture to Maibara City in Shiga Prefecture. This is the only route that allows access to the summit of Mt. Ibuki—a sacred mountain that is one of the “100 Famous Japanese Mountains”—by car, and its spectacular scenery makes it a very popular drive. The Sky Terrace parking area near the summit of Mt. Ibuki (at an altitude of 1,260 meters) offers marvelous views; visitors can see as far as the Hira mountain range, Lake Biwa, Mt. Hakusan and Mt. Ontake. When conditions are right, this is also a great spot for viewing the “Sea of Clouds” phenomenon.
Sanganesan Skyline

Travel / Tourism

Nishio City, Aichi Prefecture

This 5.1-kilometer-long toll road runs between Nishio City and Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture. From June to July, 70,000 hydrangea flowers bloom along the road, giving it the popular name of Hydrangea Line. At the end of the road, there is Katahara Spa, where 50,000 hydrangea also bloom in the Hydrangea Garden (Village), and where the Hydrangea Festival is held every year.
Mt. Fuji Skyline

Travel / Tourism

Shizuoka Fujinomiya-shi
Fruit Line

Travel / Tourism

Yamanashi Yamanashi-shi Ezohara

"This wide-area agricultural road stretches over Koshu City, Yamanashi City, and Fuefuki City. Starting in Katsunuma-cho, Koshu City, it runs along the fruit tree belt of the Kofu Basin through Yamanashi City before ending in Kasugai-cho, Fuefuki City. Visitors can enjoy driving or cycling the route while taking in ""A Landscape Interwoven with Vineyards,"" which has been designated as a Japan Heritage. There are also many fruit farms along the road that offer fruit picking."
Hachimantai Aspite Line

Travel / Tourism

Iwate Pref. Hachimantaishi

Hachimantai Aspite Line is a 27 kilometer driving course stretches from Iwate prefecture’s Hachimantai Gozaisho district to Akita Prefecture’s Toroko Onsen. It’s only open from mid-April to early November. From the time it opens to late April, the course is lined with snow to create a “Snow Corridor,” and in autumn the fall colors on Mt. Iwate and the surrounding forests offer an overwhelming sight. It’s 35 minutes’ drive from Tohoku Expressway Matsuo Hachimantai Interchange.
Pearl Road (Toba Ago Line)

Travel / Tourism

Mie Toba Shima-shi

"Prefectural Route 128 connecting Toba City and Shima City in Mie Prefecture, known as the ""Pearl Road,"" is a scenic seaside driving course. Visitors can even watch the sun rise from the Pacific Ocean early in the morning, and the Toba Observatory situated along the road is known for its particularly spectacular scenery. The road is only open early in the morning on New Year's Day, and on this day many visitors come here seeking to watch their first sunrise of the new year."
Ishizuchi Skyline

Travel / Tourism

Ehime Pref. Kamiukenagunkumakougenchou Wakayama

A driving route that runs around 18 kilometers and connects Omogo Gorge with the Mt. Ishizuchi trailhead. Confront the majesty of Mt. Ishizuchi as you run up the 850 meters elevation gain to the lodge at the mountain trailhead. On clear days you can stop mid-way at the Nagaone Viewing platform to see Goraiko Waterfall, one of Japan's 100 Best Waterfalls. There's also a spot to look at the majestic sight of Tengudake peak, the tallest point of Mt. Ishizuchi. This is also a well-known famous place to view the autumn colors and from the beginning to the end of October lots of tourists visit to pass through the colorful tunnel of leaves.
Suzuka Skyline

Travel / Tourism

Mie Prefecture Mie-gun Konno-machi

This is part of National Route 477, a driveway is 11.9 kilometers in length that connects Mie Prefecture's Komono Town to Siga Prefecture's Koka City. You can get panoramic views of Komono Town throughout. Also, you can see the resort town of Yunoyama Onsen, Aotaki-ohashi Bridge, and the gondola that connects Mt. Gozaisho and the hot spring town from the Skyline. From the Buhei Pass rest area, you can enjoy views of Ise Plain, Ise Bay and the Chita Peninsula in the day, and also the night sky. The toll became free from 1997, and it is closed during the winter (December to April).
Milk Road

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Shibetsugunnakashibetsuchou Kaiyou

The beautiful milk road of natural scenery is named after “the straight road that milk shipping tank trucks” take. It is also an observation point to view the constellations and is well known for its road to Kaiyoudai. It is also the generic term for roads in Naka-Tsu-cho, Shibetsu-gun, such as the Northern Road Route 19 etc.
Zao EcoLine

Travel / Tourism

Zao-machi, Kariya-gun, Miyagi prefecture/Nishikeshuku-machi/Yamagata prefecture Kamiyama-shi

This mountain road extends from Togatta Onsen in Miyagi Prefecture to Botaira Highland in Yamagata Prefecture, running 26 kilometers through the Zao Mountain Range. The road is closed from early November through late April for snow, but when it opens the snowy walls of winter remain, until they give way to the green of summer, then the lovely leaves of Autumn, letting you enjoy the year-round beauty of Zao on your drive.
Hieizan Driveway

Travel / Tourism

Shiga Pref. Otsushi Yamagamichou Long Mountain 776 - 30

A scenic, 8.1-kilometer-long toll road connecting Tanoyatoge Pass in Otsu City with the summit of Mt. Hiei. Facilities along the road include observatories with sweeping views of Lake Biwa and Otsu City; Yumemigaoka, which has a café, barbecue area, attractions, and observatory; and the Hoshino Resorts L'Hotel de Hiei. The road also connects directly to the Okuhiei Driveway.