Nagatoro Valley
長瀞渓谷
A national scenic spot in Saitama featuring unique geological formations and river activities along the Arakawa River.
What it is
- A national scenic spot and natural monument designated in 1924.
- Part of the Nagatoro Tamayodo Prefectural Natural Park in the Chichibu region.
- Known as the birthplace of Japanese geology due to its crystalline schist formations.
- A valley formed by the Arakawa River crossing through mountainous terrain.
What to see
- The Iwadatami rock terrace, a major geological feature of the valley.
- The Chichibu Sekiheki cliff which stands approximately 100 meters high.
- The Tora-iwa rock featuring patterns that resemble tiger fur.
- A monument dedicated to Miyazawa Kenji located near the river entrance.
- River boating, canoeing, and rafting activities taking place on the water.
Getting there
- The Iwadatami rocks are a five-minute walk from Nagatoro Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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