Niyodo River, nature walks + natural action

The Niyodo River’s spellbinding “Niyodo Blue” pools grace the cover of many pamphlets and guide books, but those who merely come to snap a few pictures before moving on miss so much of what this region has to offer.
Relaxed stays at a traditional Japanese farmhouse in a tiny village, high above the valley floor, offer peace, calm and dining under star-studded skies. Local guides who know the area’s river system like the back of their hands take you on thrilling canyoning experiences and hikes through hidden gorges, followed by sampling local craft beers brewed on the riverside.
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