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Best destinations to visit in June in Asia

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Kamakura
Great Buddha, Zen temples and surf beaches
8.5
Samurai leaders ruled Japan from this town between 1185 and 1333, during the Kamakura shogunate. The Great Buddha, a bronze statue made in the 1200s, sits in the open air at Kotokuin temple. In June, hydrangeas bloom at Meigetsuin and Hasedera temples. Rain is common in June, so bring an umbrella.
Highlights:
  • 🎋 Walk the bamboo groves of Hokokuji Zen Temple
  • 🌸 Explore Hasedera Temple’s gardens and sea views
  • 🗿 Visit the Great Buddha statue at Kotoku-in Temple
Hokkaido
Volcanoes, powder snow and fresh seafood
9.3
In early June, dance teams in bright costumes perform at the Yosakoi Soran Festival in Sapporo. Unlike the rest of Japan, this island has no rainy season so June is dry and pleasant. Flower fields near Furano and Biei start to bloom in late June. Sea urchin is a local summer treat.
Highlights:
  • 🚤 Explore historic Otaru Canal and its shops
  • 🏂 Ski or snowboard in world-famous Niseko resorts
  • 💧 Visit the spectacular Shirogane Blue Pond
Kamikochi
Clear river valley beneath the Hotaka Range
8.5
Calm and scenic, this highland valley in the Japanese Alps has a clear river, wetlands and tall peaks. Kappa Bridge and Taisho Pond are short walks from the bus terminal. The valley opens to visitors in mid April and closes in mid November. June is green and cool with fewer crowds than summer.
Highlights:
  • 🍂 Admire autumn foliage along Kamikochi’s forest trails
  • 🗻 Hike to Myojin Pond surrounded by sacred mountains
  • 🌉 Walk the scenic Kappa Bridge overlooking the Azusa River
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