Hidden in the wilderness of Amagase Forest Park, the Umanose Observation Deck is a small viewing platform overlooking Uji’s city and nature.
Hiking / Kyoto / Uji
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Exploring the scenic beauty of Kyoto’s Amagase Dam
Nestled in the mountains of Uji, the green tea capital of the world, is the scenic Amagase Dam which divides the Uji River and Seta River.
Culture / Hiking / Kibune / Kurama / Kyoto / Sports and Fitness
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Kurama to Kibune – a scenic hike where nature meets culture
In the deep forests of Kyoto’s northern mountains, two villages form the start and end points of a scenic journey – the Kurama to Kibune hike.
Hiking / Kyoto / Mountain
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Exploring the Otowa River Erosion Control Dam in Kyoto
Preserving the natural environment has always been a strong suit of the Japanese; that’s why the Otowa River Erosion Control Dam was built.
Hiking / Kyoto / Mountain / Shiga
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Mt. Otowa summit offers unique views of Kyoto & Shiga prefecture
Located between Kyoto’s iconic Kiyomizu-dera temple and Shiga’s beautiful Lake Biwa, Mt. Otowa offers breathtaking scenery at the summit!
Hiking / Kyoto / Mountain / Travel
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Romon Falls is a serene waterfall site along the Mt. Daimonji hike
Despite its name, the Romon Falls have nothing to do with Rome, but rather is the name of a beautiful waterfall site in the forests of Kyoto.