Mitaki Valley

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Mitaki Valley, located in Shirokawa Town, Seiyo City, is a mystical hideaway secret place known to those in the know, wrapped in a deep natural forest. Within the valley, three unique famous waterfalls, from which its name originated, flow while kicking up intense water spray, and the scenery woven by mossy giant rocks and transparent pure streams radiates a traditional beauty just like a Japanese ink wash painting. Walking paths and suspension bridges are well-maintained, allowing for trekking with a feeling of adventure while enjoying a forest bath full of negative ions. The valley is completely colored in burning red and yellow especially during the autumn foliage season, reaching the peak of canyon beauty. It is the ultimate power spot for nature-loving international travelers wanting to completely detach from city hustle and deeply heal their mind and body wrapped in the murmuring of water and chirping of birds.

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三滝渓谷 Mitaki Valley （四国西予ジオパーク）

三滝渓谷 Mitaki Valley （四国西予ジオパーク）

Shikoku Seiyo Geopark

Mitaki Valley

Address
2682 Kubono, Shirokawa-cho, Seiyo City, Ehime Prefecture
Website
http://seiyo-geo.jp/c/geopoint/g3-mitaki_valley/
Operator
Shikoku Seiyo Geo Museum

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