cover image by 素人カメラマン
Is everyone feeling the summer heat?
In such times, refresh yourself at breathtaking photo spots that make you feel cool. This time, we introduce 5 cool scenic photo spots that will blow away the summer heat. Enjoy the beautiful natural landscapes and capture memorable summer photos.
1. Cool Mountain Beauty of Tateyama, Toyama Prefecture
Tateyama is a place with magnificent mountains and clear lakes. Especially, riding the cable car on the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route allows you to enjoy the expansive mountain views. The view from the cable car is superb, with the sound of the wind and birds chirping pleasantly. If you want to take photos of fresh greenery and lakes, be sure to visit.
2. Enoshima, Kanagawa Prefecture: A Summer Like Slam Dunk
Enoshima is a place where the sea spreads out with a blurred feeling. The sea breeze and the sound of waves are pleasant, especially the evening scenery is spectacular. From the observation deck on Enoshima, the sunset sinking into the sea is very beautiful, like a scene from an anime. You can also enjoy lush nature on the walking paths within the island.
3. Shirakawa-go, Gifu Prefecture: Gassho-style Village
Shirakawa-go, a World Heritage Site, is a picturesque village with traditional gassho-style houses. The cool climate continues even in summer, allowing you to enjoy the scenery of each season. The contrast between the thatched-roof houses and the surrounding mountains is beautiful, especially at dusk when the soft light envelops the entire village, creating a truly breathtaking view.
4. Kamikochi, Nagano Prefecture: Emerald Green Streams
Kamikochi, also known as the 'Japanese Alps', is a place of expansive natural beauty. The Azusa River, with its high transparency, shines emerald green, reflecting the mountains. Walking along the river, the cool breeze and birdsong are pleasant. The view from Kappa Bridge is especially wonderful, with the morning light illuminating the mountains and river, making it a must-see.
5. Shuzenji, Shizuoka Prefecture: Nature Seen by the Dancing Girl of Izu
Shuzenji, one of the locations featured in Yasunari Kawabata's 'The Dancing Girl of Izu', is a place where rich nature and history breathe. Walking through the beautiful bamboo groves and along the riverside paths, you can feel the cool breeze even in summer. Around Shuzenji Onsen, there are old bridges and charming buildings. Especially in the evening, the light filtering through the bamboo grove creates a surreal, serene time.
What do you think?
Spend a moment forgetting the summer heat at the cool scenic photo spots introduced this time. If you visit, be sure to use the newly introduced map feature on cizucu and upload your photos. Don't let the heat beat you, create many active memories this summer.
