Best Cloud Sea Spots In Asia

Moving Scenery From The Sky! Mt. Fuji And The First Sunrise Of The YearMt. Fuji

First Sunrise Mt. Fuji Flight circles closer to the mountain than the ordinary flights. The weather was so good, and I was very impressed with Mt. Fuji on the wonderful sea of clouds and the heavenly sunrise!

Magnificent Sea Of Clouds And Existing Castle TowerBicchu Matsuyama Castle

Bicchu Matsuyama Castle can be folded in magnificent sea of clouds on autumn day with big difference in temperature. From an observatory located a neighboring mountain, you can see its existing castle tower, which has been protected for hundreds of years, floating in the sea of clouds.◎Bicchu Matsuyama Castle Observatory is located at the mountain next to the castle. I went there by car, but you can use also 'Unkai Taxi' from Bicchu-takahasi Station in this season (resavation only).

Takeda Castle In The Sea Of CloudsTakeda Castle Remains

Takeda Castle floating on the sea of clouds is really a wonderful view we must see once in our lives! Though you need to climb the mountain to both the Takeda Castle remains and Ritsu'unkyo Valley, the moving scenery will blow your sleepiness and tiredness away! What's more, in summer, you can see the beautiful view like Ghibli movie 'Castle In The Sky' with lush greens.◎The sea of clouds will appear in the early morning (from dawn to 8:00) between September and November. To see the whole view of Takeda Castle, you need to prepare mountain-climbing boots and flashlights. The open hour changes by seasons, please check out the official HP for sure beforehand.

Azaleas In The Sky! Great Sea Of Clouds! And Mt. Fuji Over The Night Lights, Seen From Amari Mountain Mt. Amari

Mt. Amari has an easy-hiking path able to command Mt. Fuji. You can see the glittering night view at night, and, if conditions permit, the sea of clouds in the morning. What's more, it becomes a flower field in the sky in June. You can see the wonderful colony of azalea!◎You should basically access by car, and walk 20 min on the easy-hiking path from the parking area. Though Mt. Fuji in the fist pic leaves snows, it's because for the heavy snow that year. There're fewer snows every year in this season. You need to prepare headlight or flashlight because there's no lights at night. In addition, July, the best season of azalea is a rainy season in Japan, you're lucky if it's sunny like this pic.

Sea Of Clouds Will Appear In Summer & Autumn! Ryujin Suspension Bridge In The SkyRyujin Suspension Bridge

I've found a beautiful sky scenery also in Ibaraki! Ryujin Suspension Bridge floating on the sea of clouds. Early morning after humid and very cold night will be a good chance to see them. It's like a dragon, Ryujin, gong to come out!

Supreme Overnight Stay At Mt. Tsurugi! Kirengeshoma Flowers, The Milky Way, And The Sunrise Over The Sea Of CloudsMt. Tsurugi

You can climb Mt. Tsurugi from the lift to the top in 30 min. I stayed overnight at a mountain hut on the top... Then, I could see the starry sky and the sunrise over the sea of clouds! From the late July to the early August, the original volunteer plant Kirengeshoma is also in the best season to see.

The Wetland Colored With Autumn LeavesShibu Touge Pass

Seen from Shibu Touge Pass located at the prefectural border of Nagano and Gunma, the autumn colors of Yoshigadaira Wetland is very fantastic. In early morning, sometimes we can see the sea of clouds covering the land.

Autumn Is Best Season For Beautiful Sea Of Clouds & Rising SunKurumayama Highlands

Kurumayama Highlands is located along Shinshu Venus Line. Climbing beginners can easily access here for the ropeway. Autumn's cold air, beautiful sea of clouds, and mountains of Shinshu area. I want many people to feel the greatness of nature.◎From Suwa IC of Chu'ou Speed way, enter the Venus Line from Route 152. Then, from Saku IC of Joshin'etsu Speed way, toward Shirakaba-ko Lake on Route 142. The lift works every Sunday from 5:00 am till November 5th.

Hijikawa Arashi, A Sea Of Clouds Flowing Down The Mountain To The Sea!Hijikawa Arashi Observation Park

From October to March, on sunny days with some conditions, you can see Hijikawa Arashi (means Storm) that is a phenomenon of fog moving from the mountain to the sea along Hijikawa River. When it happens on a big scale, the fog could cover the whole river even its entry.◎You need car to go to Hijikawa Arashi Observation Park on the top of the hill.

Wonderful View! Sea Of Clouds In All DirectionsUtsukushigahara Highlands

Surrounded with basins in all directions, Utsukushigahara, on the lucky condition, is enclosed by the sea of clouds. The beautiful mountains in Shinshu such as Northern Alps and Mt. Asama, and the sea of clouds can become a wonderful view! What's more, the mountain trekking is possible here, so you can enjoy beautiful Shinshu Region by your whole body.◎For winter closure, you can enter from April 20th. Access: about 1hour from Matsumoto IC of Nagano Speedway. Or 1.5hours from Tobuyunomaru IC of Joetsu Speedway. You can see the beautiful starry sky at night, too.

Shining Zao-do Temple In The Sea Of Clouds Before DawnHanayagura Observatory (Yoshino Mountain)

When I arrived at three in the midnight, the sea of clouds had appeared and made the scenery more wonderful. I took this picture at 4:00. The sea of clouds changes its size and form every day, so you can see the various stunning view whenever you visit!◎I recommend to see Kinpusen Temple from Hanayagura Observatory! 3 min by rope way from Kintetsu Yoshino Station ( rope way opening season: 3/24-5/6, other season are undecided). 30 min by bus from rope way Yoshinoyama Station.

Stunning View Of 2000m Highlands You Can Access By CarTakamine Highlands

Takamime Highlands is a place to see the night view, Mt.Fuji and sea of clouds at the same time. Surrounded with Yatsugatake Mountains, Sakudaira area spreads under your eyes, and the sea of clouds appears above it. Beautiful mountain ridges and Mt.Fuji seen dimly, You can spend a moving time.◎Access: 30 min by car from Komoro IC of Joetsu Expressway. 40 min by bus from JR Komoro Station. 60 min by bus from JR Sakudaira Station. You can climb the neighboring mountains. There're hotels, ski resort, and so on.

Grand Scenery Of Mt. Fuji And Three-Leaved AzaleaMt. Mitsutouge

Mitsutouge Mountain is known as a commanding spot of grand scenery with Mt. Fuji. At the end of May, three-leaved azalea blooms beautifully. If you're lucky, you can sometimes see the sea of clouds in the early morning.◎A climbing route from Tenkachaya side ( Mikasa pass) is easy to walk, and it's 1.5 hours climb to the top. Parking area is available, and also bus from Kawaguchiko Station. For people who want to enjoy mountain climbing, it's nice to start from Mitsutouge Station. By the way, Mt. Fuji in this pic is slightly covered with snow, because it snowed a lot in this year. So there's less snow as usual. The address is Mitsutouge Cottage, and it commands Mt. Fuji and Azalea together.

Amazing Sea Of Clouds Viewed From Low Mountain Kamakura Mountain

It was my first time to visit, I could see the wonderful sea of clouds. Though there were clouds in the sky, but it's also good. You need to go earlier because there're a little parking area here.