Woodland Restaurant ‘Arch’
Enjoy buffet-style lunch at a log cabin in the forest, near Shorenji Lake. Their menu features pizza, pasta, and seasonal…
Nabari
Cherry blossoms at Nabari Central Park
Nabari Central Park is famous for a beautiful tunnel of cherry trees. Every year from late March through the middle…
Experience an ascetic waterfall practice
Akame 48 Waterfalls in Nabari City had been a popular place for Shugendo* practices from ancient times. These days, you…
Shower climbing at Akame 48 Waterfalls
Shower climbing is known as Sawanobori (沢登り) in Japanese and is one of the most popular adventure sports during the…
The best short hike in Kansai
Planning a day trip from Osaka? How about a short hike? Now that cherry blossom season is almost over, it’s…
Akame 48 Waterfalls
Refresh your spirit along one of Japan’s greatest hiking trails – a pristine forest that’s home to ninja culture and…
Shorenji Lake and Kaochidani Valley
Shorenji Lake Created when a dam was built upon the Shorenji River, this striking blue lake surrounded by tree-covered mountains…