The Hozu River, Japan
The Hozu river is a popular tourist destination in Japan because of its scenic river tours. In the spring, visitors can expect gorgeous views of Japanese cherry trees, which bloom in bursts of pink and white. During the fall, Japanese maple leaves start painting the riverbed orange, yellow and red making this the second most popular time to hop on a river boat and make the relaxing journey. It takes just two hours to scale the river by boat, and adventure-seekers can be sure to navigate the terrain with a special “whitewater boat,” though most of the ride is rather calm.
