Nakayama Shichiri Gorge
中山七里
A gorge of about 28 km along the lower Hida River, where strange rocks and clear streams combine. It is a highlight of Hida-Kisogawa Quasi-National Park and a famous spot for autumn colours.
Nakayama Shichiri is a gorge of about 28 km through which the Hida River flows, south of central Gero. The river is scattered with strange rocks shaped by fast currents, and the banks are steep cliffs and mixed woodland. The spring greenery and the autumn red leaves in November are particularly beautiful. The area is part of Hida-Kisogawa Quasi-National Park. National Route 41 and the JR Takayama Main Line run alongside the gorge, and there are viewpoints such as Hane Falls along the way. You can also enjoy the scenery from the window of the JR Limited Express Hida. There is no entry fee. If you drive, you can pull over at viewpoints along the national highway. From Gero Onsen it takes about 10 to 15 minutes by car.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Gero Funsen-ike & Hida River
- Kaeru Shrine
- Gero Onsen Town & Yumeguri
- Gero Museum of Hot Springs
- Onsen-ji Temple
- Gero Onsen Gassho Village
- Zenshoji Temple
- Iwaya Iwakage Site