Once some melts all the excess water in the many Japanese rivers make for an ideal scenario for water sports activities such as Kayaking, water rafting, and canoeing.

Location: Minakami in Gunma-ken, Shikoku, and Niseko in Hokkaido, Iya Valley, and Shimanto-gawa, Hakuba in Nagano-ken Minakami in Gunma-ken

For: Family with Kids, Couples only, Friend’s Group, Senior Citizen 

Difficulty level: Easy

Approximate Cost: Depending on the activity you choose and duration you can be expected to pay approx. INR 4500 to INR 10,000 per activity

Why you should do it: Although there are very few places in the world you can enjoy these water sports, hardly any match the scenic views and pleasant weather of Japan. 

Tips: Make sure you carry an extra pair of clothes and waterproof footwear.