Natsuigawa Valley continues 15 km along JR Ban-etsu East Line. In autumn, the train passes the valley at a slow speed so that passengers can enjoy the awesome views from its windows. The beautiful view of the waterfalls and clear streams meandering through rocks is definitely worth seeing.
| Website | http://kankou-iwaki.com/nature/227.html |
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| Contact |
Iwaki Tourism and City Planning Bureau (+81) 246-44-6545 |
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| Parking | Available ( Please park at the Natsuigawa Valley Campsite Parking Lot) |
| Related info | Autumn Leaf Season: From late Oct. to mid-Nov. |
| Access | Eda, Ogawamachi Kamiogawa, Iwaki City, Fukushima Pref. 979-3124 View directions |
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| Getting there | By Car: 30 min drive from Iwaki-Chuo I.C. exit off the Joban Expressway. Please park at the Natsuigawa Valley Campsite Parking Lot (Address and location shown above) By Train: Short walk from Eda Station (JR Ban-etsu East Line). The Nishiki Lookout is about 40 min on foot from Eda Station. |
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