Sarutobi Sentsubokyo Gorge

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Sarutobi Sen-tsubokyo Gorge, located in Yamakuni Town, Nakatsu City, is a magnificent nature monument designated by the nation, created by the fierce clear streams of the Yamakuni River persistently carving out sturdy rocky walls over eternal time, revealing countless potholes on the riverbed. The dynamic, overwhelming modeling beauty created by great nature, alongside its unique name originating from ancient legends of "wild monkeys leaping across the rocks," directly transmits Earth's powerful life force and historical weight to visiting travelers, bringing deep emotion. The contrast between the clear emerald-green river flow and the lush seasonal green or vivid autumn leaves shows perfect harmony, offering the best location to luxuriously refresh mind and body wrapped in great nature's grand healing power.

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大分県中津市山国町 猿飛千壺峡 - Sarutobi-Sentsubo-kyo Ravine, Oita Japan | Cinematic Travel

大分県中津市山国町 猿飛千壺峡 - Sarutobi-Sentsubo-kyo Ravine, Oita Japan | Cinematic Travel

Nakatsu Yabakei Tourism Association

Sarutobi Sentsubokyo Gorge

Address
Yamagunicho Kusamoto, Nakatsu City, Oita Prefecture
Website
https://nakatsuyaba.com/
Operator
Nakatsu Yabakei Tourism Association

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