Let's tour kahadavalley! Introducing recommended sightseeing spots and cycling courses!
掲載日：2022.02.15
kahadavalley (pronounced ``Kahadakyo'') is a gorge located along National Route 166 in MatsusakaCity. The valley is filled with cycling and touring tourists, and is home to seasonal scenery such as cherry blossoms and autumn leaves. We will introduce the charms and ways to enjoy kahadavalley.
Mie photographer ``Fugamaru-chan'' and his partner ``Cham'' bring you information that will make you love Mie even more. This article is about "kahadavalley".
▼Table of contents
- Let's get to know kahadavalley
- What is kahadavalley?
- Origin of kahadavalley
- The charm of kahadavalley
- How to enjoy kahadavalley
- River play spot
- Famous spots for cherry blossoms, azaleas, and autumn leaves
- Enjoy a day trip to a hot spring
- Camping/Accommodations
- cycling course
- Michi-no-eki Iidaka station (starting point)
- ②Chinbu Mezurashi-togePass
- ③Shinkebara Bridge
- ④Hot springs and meals at Michi-no-eki Iidaka Station
"What kind of place is kahadavalley? What can you enjoy?" We will introduce the history, origin, and charm of kahadavalley to answer your questions.
What is kahadavalley?
kahadavalley is an area located in the upper and middle reaches of the Kushida River that flows through the western part MatsusakaCity (Oishi Town, Iinan Town, and Iidaka Town), and is kachiji with beautiful natural formations stretching for approximately 40 km.
The beauty of the valley can be seen from National Route 166, and the clear stream of the Kushida River, shining in emerald green, flows along the road.
History of kahadavalley
Origin of kahadavalley
Iinan-cho and Iidaka-kahadavalley, MatsusakaCity City, where Kahada Gorge is located, are blessed with aromatic products such as tea, shiitake mushrooms, wild plants, and ayu, and it is said that the name of the place "kahadavalley" came from this.
FugamaruThere are many tea plantations along National Route 166, and the production of deep-steamed sencha is popular. The tea from this region is characterized by its mild bitterness and high aroma!
In the second half of the article, we will introduce Michi-no-eki you can purchaseChamu deep steamed sencha.
The charm of kahadavalley
The appeal of kahadavalley is that you can play in a natural environment.
There are many ways to enjoy the area, such as playing in the river, enjoying water activities such as boating and kayaking, cycling along the river while taking a forest bath, camping, and staying overnight in a cottage.
Kahada Gorgeis full of places where you can enjoy nature experiences, such as kahadavalley, a river play spot that is safe for small children, and lodging facilities where you can stay in cottages along the river!
Below we will introduce in detail the spots where you can enjoy the great nature kahadavalleyChamu Kahada Gorge ♫
Introducing spots where you can enjoy the great nature of kahadavalley! We will also introduce day trip hot springs and camping facilities.
River play spot
kahadavalley has many shallow spots with calm waters, so you can enjoy playing in the river in the summer.
``Haze Station'' The river flowing nearby is very clear and you can park your car, making it easy to sightsee from afar.
Easy access to the river! There is a river just after crossing the suspension bridge behind Hase Station.
This suspension bridge is a spectacular vantage point from which you can admire the great nature of kahadavalley up close, and you can see the river sparkling in emerald green.
After enjoying playing in the river, why not enjoy some delicious gourmet food at Hase Station?
You can enjoy gourmet food made with ingredients unique to this region, such as Matsusaka beef bowl made with A5 rank Matsusaka beef and game curry made with local game.
ChamuThe Fukano district of Iinan-cho, MatsusakaCity is said to be the birthplace of Matsusaka beef.
Famous spots for cherry blossoms, azaleas, and autumn leaves
In kahadavalley and Iidaka-cho MatsusakaCity where Kahada Gorge is located, the scenery changes throughout the seasons, and cherry blossoms, azaleas, and autumn leaves are particularly popular seasons. We will introduce recommended spots that you can enjoy in each season.
cherry blossom spot
The area around Michi-no-eki Chakura Station along National Route 166 is dotted with rows of cherry blossom trees. You can enjoy cherry blossom viewing while driving, with wild cherry trees along the mountain and Yoshino cherry trees along the road.
The river near “Hase Station” introduced in the river play spot is also recommended for cherry blossom viewing! You can admire the cherry blossom trees from the suspension bridge.
At Shunkokuji Temple in Iinan-cho MatsusakaCity City, there is an Edohigan cherry tree that is said to be about 400 years old.
It blooms from late March to early April, and around 50 young Edohigan cherry trees are also in full bloom in the surrounding area.
Azalea spots
Approximately 3,000 azaleas bloom around the temple ``Arataki Fudoson'' in Iidaka-cho, MatsusakaCity, and when the azaleas are in full bloom, the slopes of the mountain are dyed bright red.
The best time to see azaleas is around late April, and the Azalea Festival is held on April 29th every year, but it has been canceled in 2021 to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus infection.
"Michi-no-eki Chakura Station," which we introduced in the cherry blossom spot, is also a famous spot for azaleas, and as Golden Week approaches, red and white azaleas bloom covering the area around the station building.
Famous spot for autumn leaves
TenkaizanTaiunjiTemple a temple located in the Hase area of Iidaka-cho, MatsusakaCity MatsusakaCity 's most famous spots for autumn leaves, and the autumn leaves are colorful in various parts of the temple grounds.
The octagonal bronze bell "Hakkaku Dosho" on the grounds is designated as a tangible cultural property of Mie Prefecture, and one of the highlights is the autumn leaves that spread over the bronze bell.
Enjoy a day trip to a hot spring
Michi-no-eki Iidaka Station, located along National Route 166, allows you to enjoy natural hot springs on a day trip.
You can see the great nature of kahadavalley from the open-air bath and indoor bath, and enjoy 11 different types of yubune in 18 tanks.
ChamuI really like this hot spring facility because it has a beautiful wood scent. The bathing fee is 660 yen for adults and 330 yen for children (4 years old to elementary school age), which is also very affordable.
The station building has a corner selling local vegetables, specialty products, and souvenirs, and there is also a wide selection of deep-steamed sencha produced in the area.
After enjoying a day kahadavalley Michi-no-ekiFugamaru Kahada Gorge, my standard itinerary is to enjoy hot springs and souvenir shopping at Iidaka Roadside Station ♫
Camping/Accommodations
Riverside Chakura, located in Iinan-cho MatsusakaCity, is a facility where you can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as camping, staying in a cottage, and a tennis court.
The location is along the Kushida River, so you can spend your time immersing yourself in the great nature of kahadavalley.
The camp facility has a spacious free camping space and a cottage that can accommodate up to 4 people, so if you want to enjoy kahadavalley in a relaxed manner, we recommend staying here.
The attached barbecue house is an indoor facility, so you can enjoy BBQ regardless of the weather.
We will introduce a cycling course where you can fully enjoy the great nature of kahadavalley. This plan starts from Iidaka Michi-no-eki Station and enjoys visiting tourist attractions and historical sites along National Route 166. [Time required: 3 to 4 hours]
Michi-no-eki Iidaka station (starting point)
Leave your car at Michi-no-eki Iidaka Station and start cycling! It has a spacious parking lot and a hot spring for day trips, making it the perfect starting and finishing point for your cycling journey.
There aren't many places on this course where you can buy supplies while cycling, so it's best to prepare them in advance or buy them at the station corner.
First, head to the nearest historical site.
FugamaruYou can also rent bicycles for free here. The reception hours and rental dates are fixed, so please check the details. Official website of Michi-no-eki Iidaka Station Please refer to the.
②Chinbu Mezurashi-togePass
Michi-no-eki Iidaka Station, and there is a cut-through point on the highway called Mezurashi-togePass.
Mezurashi-togePass is about a 15-minute bicycle ride from Iidaka Michi-no-eki Station, and is said to be a legendary mountain pass related to Amaterasu Omikami.
The quay walls that are much taller thanFugamaru stand on both sides, making it quite impressive!
③ Shinkebara Bridge
Finally, we will head to kahadavalley Bridge, which is famous for its spectacular view of Kahada Gorge. From Mezurashi-togePass return to National Route 166, head toward Nara, and arrive by bicycle for about 40 minutes.
The photo above is the view from Shingebara Bridge. You can enjoy a panoramic view of the emerald green Kushida River flowing through the rocky surface and the mountains of nature.
The view from this bridge is printed on kahadavalley PR pamphlet published by MatsusakaCity and on kahadavalley signboard along National Route 166.
There are many similar scenery along theFugamaru National Highway, so it was difficult to find this place lol
④Hot springs and meals at Michi-no-eki Iidaka Station
After enjoying the spectacular view of kahadavalley, take a 40-minute bicycle ride from Shinkebara Bridge and return to Michi-no-eki Iidaka Station, where you can soothe the fatigue of your journey at the natural hot spring inside the station building.
There is a spacious indoor bath and an open-air bath, so you can stretch your legs and relax.
After sweating in the hot springs, how about having a meal at Restaurant Iitaka inside the station building?
You can enjoy dishes made with local specialties and seasonal ingredients, and there are also seasonal menus. *The dish in the photo above is a seasonal menu called "Kasugawa" that was ordered during the spring season.
Please see the official website of Michi-no-eki Iitaka Station for the business hours of Restaurant Iitaka and the hot springs.
After your meal, why not stop by the shop inside the station building and enjoy choosing souvenirs?
There is a corner selling special products produced in this area, and there is a wide variety of products such as deep-steamed green tea, vegetables, wild vegetables, rice, and game meat.
Head back home with memories of your trip and special products as souvenirs ♫
What did you think
kahadavalley has a landscape that changes with the seasons, so you can enjoy it throughout the seasons. The cycling courses introduced at the end can be enjoyed in any season, so be sure to check the business hours of each facility before visiting.
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About Fugamaru-chan & Chamu
Fugamaru-chan (left side)
Active on Twitter and Instagram as a photographer who takes pictures of Mie. He started photographing his hometown of Mie in 2017, and in 2018 self-published his book ``Mie's Etoko Photo Collection''. Operates Mie Photo Gallery, which distributes photos of Mie Prefecture for free. We also operate a website called Mie no Etoko Meguri, which mainly covers restaurants in Mie. The cameras I own are EOS 6D and EOS RP.
Cham (right side)
Fugamaru-chan's partner. Specializing in low-angle photography, he captures landscapes with a unique worldview. She has been working with Fugamaru-chan since 2020 as a photography assistant, and has been working as a model for landscape photography. We are sending information about Mie on Twitter and Instagram. My camera is α7iii.
Lian (dog)
Papillon joined the family in May 2021. A mysterious dog who loves playing with cats and plays in a cat-like way. I'm currently enjoying spots in Mie Prefecture that I can enjoy with my dog.
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