Shōgawa Gorge

What it is

• A designated Toyama Prefectural Park spanning nearly twenty kilometers in length.
• A scenic valley located within the cities of Nanto and Tonami.
• An area prone to frequent landslides with local names reflecting this history.
• A natural gorge bordered by National Route 156.

What to see

• Sightseeing boats operating from the Komaki Dam pier.
• Omaki Onsen which is accessible only by taking a boat.
• Short sightseeing cruises that last twenty-five minutes.
• Mountain views and steep valley walls along the river.

When to go

• The autumn season is the best time to view the local foliage.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.