Short Introduction for people who don’t know what it is. It is a stream of river which is long(valley), where you can enter and bath in the river depending on the stream speed(be careful though) It is mostly preferred for camping, barbecue, fishing I used train for the access but actually car will be better The valley is situated inside a dense forest which will make you feel out of Tokyo, no entry or anything You can have all the fun you want, many restaurants are available. Here people visit for hot bath and to Temples and shrines also It has a great scenic view and enjoyed a lot in the river, best...
Read moreA good place for a one day trip.
The Akigawa valley near Akiruno, closest train station is Musashi Itsukaichi
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You can stroll through the amazing paths of the tea house garden, buy traditional snacks that are prepared in front of you and also you can enjoy the river view from the cafe on the grounds. Soft creams also available there.
Ishibune bridge bridge video is really breathtaking. Setonoyu onsen and Ryushuin temple are near by.
Highly recommend this place in the autumn. The band name itself has...
Read moreKnown for trout fishing, the small mountain town of Akiruno has become a destination for nature lovers and fisherman. The Ishibune Bridge offers a bird’s eye view of the Minami-Akigawa River, has been featured in Japanese TV melodramas, and is a popular subject for landscape photography when the surrounding hills are covered in snow, drenched in autumn colors, or beaming with fresh spring greenery. Check out my video of this area at my Pix4Japan YouTube channel: Akigawa Valley in...
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