Kuroda Dam is a concrete gravitational power generation dam along the City of Toyota's Kuroda River—a tributary to the Yahagi River system. It serves as the upper reservoir and contributing station in a rare two-part pumped storage power system as well as a hotspot for dam enthusiasts. Situated in an area known as the “Aichi Highlands Quasi-National Park”, the dam is home to a variety of plant life and the area around the dam lake...

The virgin forest of Mennoki, filled with beech trees over 300 years old, is designated as a Special Protection Area of Tenryu-Okumikawa Quasi-National Park. When weather conditions such as subfreezing temperatures align, soft rime covers the trees as they sparkle beautifully in the early morning sun. The observation deck offers views of Mt. Fuji on some days.

The Takadoya Wetland area offers visitors a level walking course equipped with boardwalks and bridges to enjoy Toyota City's wonderous nature. In the fall, the area boasts a vivid canvas of autumn leaves away from the masses due to its quaint and tucked away location in the mountains of the Inabu region. It also acts as a stage for the songs of nature, such as those of insects and birds, in addition to its various flowers which bloom...

Oshikawa Waterfall is a calming spot where you can enjoy the rushing sound of water falling from a height of 8 meters combined with dynamic scenery. One of the unique features of this waterfall is the footpaths above and below the waterfall basin, allowing visitors to walk up close and view the waterfall from various angles.

A facility filled with a variety of gardens such as Japanese gardens and rock gardens where visitors can enjoy flowers and nature year-round. Training, classes, and advice are offered to help promote greenery in homes and workplaces as well. Four expansive lawns totaling 2.6 hectares are also a draw. The adjacent Showa Forest was created to celebrate the 50th year of Emperor Showa's reign. Barbeque sites, athletic equipment, and more...

Approximately 370 meters of walking paths lined by wisteria flowers, offering entrancing and beautiful views of the blossoms from late April to early May. A wisteria festival is held during Golden Week, when the wisteria flowers are in full bloom.

Korankei Gorge is famous as a location for fall foliage. The best time to see the foliage is from mid-November through late November, and there are many signature sights to see, such as a tunnel of foliage spanning from the promenade to Kojaku-ji Temple, as well as a display of illumination from the Tomoebashi Bridge. In spring, there is a lovely carpet of dogtooth violet that covers the grounds. You can also see beautiful scenery wh...

This living folk culture museum opened in 1980. The former villa of a wealthy farming family has been reproduced here, with the rear house, main house, and a bamboo house featuring a thatched-roof with wooden construction. The Asuke Mansion reproduces handmade items that were a part of mountain life in the region, among them charcoal brazier cooking, traditional paper making, and weaving. Ten different handicrafts are demonstrated be...

Take in a breathtaking view of 1,200 shikizakura cherry trees as their flowers contrast with fiery autumn leaves, painting the mountain face at Senmi Shikizakura no Sato Park in fantastic pink and red hues. The Obara area is home to other great locations where you can see shikizakura cherry blossoms—a flower which unlike most cherry blossoms, blooms in both spring and fall. Below are some ideas on courses to take around Obara for a ...

The Obara Fureai Park acts as a place of recreation and respite for local residents. The rich natural environs are home to paths to walk on, letting you enjoy a stroll and see the changing view of the four seasons. Furthermore, Obara Fureai Park and the adjoining Obara Branch of Toyota City Hall are where you will find 300 cherry blossom trees. They bloom in spring from mid-March through early April and in autumn from late October th...

Located in the Shimoyama area of Toyota City, Maple Leaves Road (Momiji Kaido), is a street lined with maple leaves in the vicinity of Kamo Golf Club. Starting at the junction of Prefectural Road 477 and continuing uphill a little way, the road is planted on both sides with maple trees. Along the way there is also a tunnel of maple leaves, creating some magnificent scenery.

Mikawakougen is a gently sloping plateau with an altitude of 600 meters near the center of Aichi Kogen Quasi-National Park. Herds of cows roam the pastures, and the songs of birds can be heard from the trees in this relaxing setting. Facilities include campsites, cottages, a tennis court, a golf course and more, and nearby Lake Asagiri is a great place for lure and fly fishing.

Many people come to see the lake’s seasonal beauty. You can drive around the lake’s 16-km perimeter or enjoy cycling or hiking. There are rest stations, walking paths, bungalows, and camping grounds. You can also rent a boat for a leisurely ride or lure fishing.

Hodo no Nakataki Waterfall is located on a tributary of the Nohara River. Stretching for approximately 300 meters, the waterfall varies in height from the first tier of the waterfall at the lowest part of the stream to the seventh tier. The flow of this ever-changing waterfall interwoven with the beauty of the gorge makes for some wonderfully calming sights. The autumn leaves that appear during the peak viewing season from mid-Nove...