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Dakigaeri Gorge
抱返り渓谷Akita · Tohoku
A 10km gorge along the Tamagawa River between Lake Tazawa and Kakunodate, nicknamed 'the Yabakei of Tohoku' for its turquoise water, primeval forest, and the arched Kami-no-iwahashi suspension bridge. A riverside trail passes Mikaeri Falls and rock formations like Miko-ishi. Best timed for late April-May (fresh green) or late Oct-early Nov (autumn foliage).
- Best season
- Spring · Autumn
- Crowd level
- Moderate
- Rating
- 4.2· 1,406 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily Open 24 hours
- Admission
- Free to enter; riverside trail and Kami-no-iwahashi suspension bridge no admission. Per Semboku City official site.
- Nearest station
- JR Tamagawa Station (Tazawako Line), ~4km
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
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