Yokotani Gorge
横谷峡
A valley trail in Kanayama Town, about 1.2 km long, linking four waterfalls: Shirohebi, Futami, Momiji and Keimei. Cool in summer and colourful in autumn.
Yokotani Gorge is in Kanayama Town, Gero. A trail of about 1.2 km has been developed along the valley and passes Shirohebi Falls, Futami Falls, where two waterfalls drop side by side, Momiji Falls and Keimei Falls. The round trip takes about one hour, with gentle gradients, making it ideal for an easy hike. The streams are cool in summer, and the November autumn colours draw many visitors. There is a car park and a tea house at the entrance. Entry is free. It is about 40 minutes by car from Gero Onsen, and there is no convenient public transport.
Opening hours
Open all day (watch for ice in winter)
Nearby sights
- Hida-Kanayama Kinkotsu Alleys
- Iwaya Iwakage Site
- Nakayama Shichiri Gorge
- Gero Funsen-ike & Hida River
- Kaeru Shrine
- Gero Museum of Hot Springs
- Gero Onsen Town & Yumeguri
- Onsen-ji Temple