Kawakami Gorge

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Kawakami Gorge, flowing through the upper streams of the Okudake River in Bungo-Ono City Ogata Town, is a peaceful, beautiful, and "hidden masterpiece" canyon where lush natural water-front nature and beautiful greenery comfortably harmonize. The modeling beauties like mysterious potholes dynamically carved over a long time by pure river flow, and the mountains changing expressions in each season present perfect harmony, deeply healing visiting global travelers' hearts. Completely cut off from modern digital business and daily speed in this hidden sanctuary, spending time walking leisurely along the green-rich riverfront while listening to cool water murmurs softly loosens mind-body tension, bringing supreme healing. Feel Earth's gentle embrace for a calm holiday.

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おおいた豊後大野ジオパーク　川上渓谷2024

おおいた豊後大野ジオパーク　川上渓谷2024

Bungoohno City

おおいた豊後大野ジオパーク・川上渓谷入口

おおいた豊後大野ジオパーク・川上渓谷入口

Bungoohno City

川上渓谷【渓谷散策】

川上渓谷【渓谷散策】

Oita Prefecture

Kawakami Gorge

Address
Obira Kozan, Ogatamachi, Bungo-ono City, Oita Prefecture
Website
https://www.visit-oita.jp/spots/detail/8607
Operator
Bungo-ono City Tourism Association

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