From late April to early June, the Kyushu azalea (Miyama-Kirishima), an alpine flower designated as a natural treasure, blooms in clusters in the wild.
 Ikenohara Park |
 Heisei-Shinzan and Nita Pass |
The average temperature in August is 21.7˚C (71.1˚F). The Unzen Golf Links is the second oldest golf course in Japan. Summer is the busiest season.
 Unzen Golf Links |
 Lake Shirakumo |
From late October to mid-November, the mountains are full of autumn color. Approximately 130 species of plants change colors. The area where trees in the forest on Mt. Fugen change colors is designated as a natural treasure.
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Fugendake Koyo Jurin (Mt. Fugen autumn foliage forest) |
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The season of hoarfrost. When a cold wind blows mist and fog through the forest, tree branches get covered with hoarfrost. It is a magical landscape, especially when seen up close.
 Hoarfrost on Mt. Myoken |
 Hoarfrost on Mt. Kunimi |
For more information on the nature and history of Unzen, please visit the Unzen Tourist Association website: http://unzen.org/e_ver/index.html