Active & adventure · Japan

Paragliding sites in Japan

Take-off sites for paragliding and hang gliding, many with tandem flights for beginners.

8 places Best months: May and August

Japan has 8 paragliding sites on our list, mostly in Shizuoka, Kyoto, and Ishikawa. Best months: May and August.

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The towns closest to the most places on this list.

Kyoto Kyoto · 1 places
Tsurugi-asahimachi Ishikawa · 1 places
Ōmachi Nagano · 1 places
Mishima Shizuoka · 1 places
Atami Shizuoka · 1 places
Kumagaya Saitama · 1 places
Nakatsugawa Gifu · 1 places
Tahara Aichi · 1 places

Frequently asked questions

How many paragliding sites are there in Japan?

Atlas of Seasons lists 8 notable paragliding sites in Japan.

What are the best paragliding sites in Japan?

The best-known are バーズパラグライダースクール 西京都パラグライダー練習場, 獅子吼高原山頂テイクオフ, and パラグライダー場.

When is the best time for paragliding in Japan?

May and August.

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