Mitarai Valley

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"Mitarai Valley" in Tenkawa Village boasts some of the finest beauty in the Kinki region, with its emerald green clear streams, massive rocks, and beautiful waterfalls. Promenades are well-maintained, allowing for a thrilling "aerial walk" from suspension bridges directly overlooking the canyon. The dynamic seasonal beauty is breathtaking: fresh spring greens, cool summer breezes, and autumn leaves that set the entire mountain ablaze. The mystical clarity of the water reaching the riverbed provides ultimate healing as a power spot for nature-oriented travelers wanting to escape urban bustle and feel the life force of Japan's rich waters with their entire body.

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Mitarai Valley

Address: Kitasumi, Tenkawa-mura, Yoshino-gun, Nara
Website: https://www.vill.tenkawa.nara.jp/
Operator: Tenkawa Village General Information Center

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