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Naruko Gorge

宮城県

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Tourist Information of This Area

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A large canyon that extends to a depth of 100 meters.

The beautiful grand canyon carved by the Ohtani River is a popular spot for tourists, with lush greenery in the spring and summer, and red and yellow autumn leaves in the fall. The best view can be seen from the observation deck at the Naruko Gorge Rest House! There is also the Oofukazawa Promenade a little further away, where you can enjoy a walk while taking in the natural scenery of the four seasons.

Features & How to Enjoy

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Highlights

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Enjoy the Beautiful Nature of Naruko Gorge

Naruko Gorge is a valley carved out by the Otani River, with a depth of 100 meters, where you can feel the breath of nature. You can enjoy the scenery in every season, especially the beautiful autumn foliage. Walking paths are also maintained, allowing you to enjoy a nature walk. In addition, there are surrounding tourist spots such as Naruko Dam and Geibikei Gorge, making it possible to enjoy a full day of activities. On a sunny day, it's recommended to have a picnic while admiring the beautiful scenery of the gorge.

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Relaxing Moments in Naruko Onsen Village

Naruko Gorge is located within Naruko Onsen Village, which has many hot spring inns and day-use hot spring facilities. By bathing in the hot springs at each facility, you can expect to see benefits such as beautiful skin and relaxation. In addition, at the hot spring inns, you can enjoy cuisine that focuses on local production and consumption. As a popular hot spring known for its beauty benefits, many repeat visitors come to this area to slowly heal from the stresses of daily life.

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Explore the Surrounding Area of Naruko Gorge on the Miyagi Olle Trail

The Miyagi Olle Trail includes a course called "Osaki-Naruko Onsen Course" where you can enjoy the charm of the region, such as nature and the alleys of local houses. In the surrounding area of Naruko Gorge, there are also hot spring resorts such as Nakayama Hira Onsen and Kawatabi Onsen, where you can enjoy a hot spring while taking a stroll. Why not enjoy a healthy activity while appreciating the different scenery each season has to offer?

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Tourist Spots around Naruko Gorge

There are many nature-rich tourist spots around Naruko Gorge, such as Naruko Dam and Geibikei Cruise. Naruko Dam is a specific-purpose dam built for flood control, water storage, and hydroelectric power generation, and the surrounding area offers beautiful scenery. On the other hand, Geibikei Cruise allows you to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the gorge from the boat. There are also other attractions such as Nakayamadaira Onsen and Kanketsusen Benten.

Point 5

The Power Spot of Naruko Gorge

The hot spring shrine located in Naruko Onsen, where Naruko Gorge is located, is known as a power spot for praying for children and safe childbirth. It is said that by visiting this shrine after soaking in the hot springs of Naruko Onsen, you can receive blessings for having children and safe childbirth. In addition, the area around Naruko Shrine holds the "National Kokeshi Festival" every year, and a kokeshi memorial service is also held on the shrine grounds. The kokeshi dolls placed beside the main hall are in honor of the Kokeshi Festival.

Access

A Scenic Spot About 60 Minutes from Sendai

Naruko Gorge is a scenic spot located about 60 minutes from JR Sendai Station. It's about a 10-minute drive from the nearest station, JR Naruko Onsen Station. Normally, it's recommended to go by taxi or private car from the station, but during the autumn foliage season, temporary buses operate, making it possible to access by public transportation only. During the autumn foliage season, it can get crowded with many tourists, so if you want to take your time and enjoy the scenery, it's a good idea to visit during the off-season.

Basic Information

	Address	Naruko Onsen Hoshinuma, Osaki-shi, Miyagi-ken 989-6100
	Business Hours	24 hours
	TEL	0229-82-2102
	Web Site	http://www.naruko.gr.jp/index.php

Average Review

4.2

3 Reviews

秋の紅葉が見たくて行きましたが、予想を越える見頃の紅葉で言葉がでないくらい感動しました。道の駅に行ってから昼食の予定でしたが、レストハウスの食堂が時間が早かったおかげで待つことなく入れたので予定を変更して昼食をいただきましたが、めっちゃ美味かった、蕎麦とうどんがメインですが、他にも山菜を使った料理や屋台もあるので紅葉以外も楽しめると思います、なお、レストハウスの近くの駐車場は有料で５００円かかりますが、数時間楽しめるので安いと思えます。

11月の中旬に訪れました、平年ならもう紅葉は終わっている時期なのですが今年は暑かったせいかなんとかきれいな紅葉を見る事ができました、前の日にチェックするとこの周辺が渋滞しているので来る人が多いのかなと思っていたら単に橋の工事をするために対面通行で規制をしているだけでした、そしてこの工事が橋の中央にクレーンを掛けていたので写真的にはあまりいいものが撮れませんでした、また駐車場からくるとこの橋を見れるポイントは沢山ありますので最初に見えるところだけでなく奥へ行くといいと思います。

素晴らしい景色です三連休中ということもあり大変な人出で高速を降りてから2時間近くかかりましたが、誘導もしっかりしており駐車場の出入りはスムーズにできました

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