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Popular Walks
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Walks in Japan
6.4
km
return
2
hrs
Iwamura Castle 岩村城跡 (Gifu Prefecture)
Iwamura Castle is located in Iwamura-cho, Ena city. It is listed as one of the 100 famous castles in Japan. However, there isn't much castle to speak of. It is just the ruins of the castle. Some old bits of wall and other remains. Don't expect too much from Iwamura castle. But the hike up and around Iwamura is nice. If you are lucky (or unlucky) you might find some snakes and inoshishi knocking about.
5
km
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1
hr
Jigokudani Snow Monkey Hike (Nagano Prefecture)
A short walk from the carpark up to the top of the mountain where you can see a lot of monkeys knocking about in a hot spring. If you wanna see wild monkeys, this is the place.
3
km
one-way
90
mins
Jogasaki Picnic Course 城ケ崎ピクニックコース (Shizuoka Prefecture)
The Jogasaki coast is one of the famous coastal regions of the Izu Peninsula and part of the Fuji-Izu-Hakone National Park. It has dramatic cliff faces and interesting rock formations.
20
km
one-way
6
hrs
Kakizore Gorge (Junikane to Nojiri walk, Nagano Prefecture)
Scenic Gorge with suspension bridge, emerald waters, huge granite bolders and the majestic Ushigataki Fall, accessed by board walks along the river. Further exploration into the valley offers evens more waterfalls, lookouts and rock pools. 9km return walk from Junikane (Ushigataki Fall only) or 20km point to point walk that offers all the highlights and ends up in Nojiri with the option of an Onsen soak in Atera Fore Spa.
1.3
km
one-way
20
mins
Kakusenki Gorge 鶴仙渓 (Yamanaka Onsen-Ishikawa Prefecture)
Kakusenki Gorge is located along the Daishoji River near the village of Yamanaka Onsen. The 1.3km Gorge runs from Korogi Bridge to Kuratani Bridge.
This is a luscious, serene walk in Ishikawa Prefecture. It is very easy and anyone can do it. Follow the river and take in the sights. There are some cool bridges along the way and some cute cafes in the forest.
3
km
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1
hr
Kamikochi to Taisho Pond (Northern Alps, Nagano Prefecture)
Possibly the most popular walk in Kamikochi. Has iconic views that are seen in all guidebooks about Japan.
4
km
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2
hrs
Kasagiyama 笠置山 (Gifu Prefecture )
Kasagiyama is an easy walk located in rural Ena with great views. Kasagiyama is famous for its rock climbing scene and glowing moss. The glowing moss has been designated as an important site as it is a rare natural phenomenon. Kasagiyama is a must for those making a trip out to Ena.
4
km
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1
hr
Kawazu Seven Waterfalls 河津七滝 (Shizuoka Prefecture)
The Kawazu Seven Waterfalls make up part of the Fuji-Izu-Hakone national park on the Izu Peninsula. It is a spectatular set of seven waterfalls that progressively get more impressive as you go along.
700
m
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20
mins
Kegon Falls 華厳の滝 (Nikko National Park, Tochigi Prefecture)
Kegon no Taki is a 100m drop waterfall that is nothing short of stunning. It is a short walk from the bus terminal, it is a must visit for anyone checking out the Toshogu Shrine that's part of the Nikko World Hertigate Site.
4
km
return
2
hrs
Kinkazan 金華山 (Gifu Prefecture)
The hike takes you from Gifu park to the top of Mount Kinka where Gifu castle is located. There are musuems, amazing lookouts, cultural heritage pieces/sites and a squirrel village to visit in combination with the hike.
