Primeval forests, wildflowers, autumn leaves, and even a world of silver! “Takashimizu Trail” where you can enjoy the four seasons of the Chugoku Mountains

What is Takashimizu Trail?

The Takashimizu Trail, which opened in November 2019, is an 8,132m trekking course that traverses the prefectural border between Kagamino Town, Okayama Prefecture and Misasa Town, Tottori Prefecture, from Ningyo Pass to Takashimizu Plateau, Mt. Hakushu, and Seyawase. is. The well-maintained course is paved with wood chips, allowing you to hike while enjoying the nature of the Chugoku Mountains in all seasons.

Spring ①

The Takashimizu route opened in the spring of 2019. The view from the top of Mt. Takashimizu at an altitude of 950 meters is outstanding. There is also an arbor, so it can also be used as a resting spot.

Spring ②

Mt. Hakushu, which is 1,044 meters above sea level, is home to a colony of wildflowers, and many enthusiasts visit in spring. The Japanese prickly pear is a rare flower that is endemic to Japan and is designated as an endangered species in some prefectures.

Summer ①

The best part of summer trekking is being surrounded by lush greenery. It's cool compared to the city, so it's refreshing. You can refresh both body and mind.

Summer ②

Hinoki wood chips at your feet. Walking along the promenade that stretches through the forest will have a refreshing effect.

Autumn ①

Autumn, when the mountains are colored red and yellow, has a mild climate and is the perfect season for trekking. It is also a popular spot for viewing autumn leaves, as you can enjoy a leisurely walk along the well-maintained course.

Autumn ②

A beautiful beech forest with not only trees changing colors but also a carpet of fallen leaves. The contrast between the blue sky and the autumn leaves is a must-see.

Winter ①

A fun thing only possible in winter is hiking on the snow while wearing snowshoes or snowshoes. On a clear winter day, you can see the mountains of the Chugoku Mountains far into the distance.

Winter ②

With more than 1 meter of snow, you can experience things you wouldn't normally get to do, such as jumping and lying on the snow.

Let's stop by the hot springs and go home! "Kur Garden Konoka"

This hot spring facility consists of a mixture of Kamisaibara Onsen and Yunotani Onsen. Men and women can enjoy the observation deck (Mori-no-Yu) from which you can see Mikakami and the open-air rock bath (Iwai-no-Yu), which is inspired by Iwai Falls, on alternate days for men and women. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, unusual hot springs such as Iwai no Yu Yomogi and Dokudami are also available. There is also an indoor pool using hot spring water.

*Approximately 20 minutes by car from Akawase parking lot, approximately 10 minutes by car from Ningyo Pass parking lot.

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Takashimizu Trail

1537-8 Kamisaihara, Kagamino-cho, Tomata-gun, Okayama Prefecture 708-0...

A course that follows the ridge along the prefectural border between Kagamino Town, Okayama Prefecture and Misasa Town, Tottori Prefecture. Starting and ending at Ningyo Pass, which is 735 meters above sea level, you can walk to Takashimizu Plateau, which is 950 meters above sea level, and Mt. Hakushu, which is 1,044 meters above sea level. The course, paved with fluffy wood chips, is gentle on your feet and hips, and you can spend a healthy and beautiful time walking through the beautiful mountains of the Chugoku Mountains. Even in midsummer, there are few days when the temperature exceeds 30 degrees Celsius, and you can enjoy trekking depending on your time and physical strength, and you can admire the ``Iwauchiwa'' with its pretty pale pink-purple flowers and the primeval beech forest.

Introducing trekking spots in Okayama Prefecture

Okayama Prefectural Forest Park

708-0601 332-8 Kamisaihara, Kagamino-cho, Tomata-gun, Okayama Prefectu...

This forest park is located on the border with Tottori Prefecture in the Chugoku Mountains at an altitude of 840 to 1,100 meters. The vast 334-hectare grounds are a treasure trove of hundreds of types of flowers. Inside the park, there is a forest of deciduous broad-leaved trees such as beech and Quercus japonica, and you can also see a larch forest, which is rare in the prefecture. Full of highlights, including natural cedar trees that are estimated to be 200 years old, a waterfall with beautiful autumn leaves, and an observation deck with an outstanding view! There are many wild birds such as red-cockaded woodpeckers, parrot tits, and blue-bellied woodpeckers, making it ideal for bird watching.

Station at the foot of Mt.Nagi

708-1307 591-1 Takamado, Nagi-cho, Katsuta-gun, Okayama Prefecture

This two-story wooden mountain station is modeled after a traditional Japanese house in the Alps. The warm, relaxing atmosphere of a wooden structure includes a specialty product shop, a restaurant, and various experience and training facilities.

Wakasugi Natural Forest (Wakasugi Primeval Forest)

1094 Ohaya, Nishiawakura Village, Aida District, Okayama Prefecture 70...

Located at the northernmost tip of Nishiawakura Village, the Wakasugi Primeval Forest is one of the largest natural forests in the Chugoku region, with an area of ​​83 hectares and 199 types of trees, including giant beech, maple, Quercus oak, and horse chestnut. It is designated as a special protection area of ​​Mt. Hyoyamago-Yanagi-yama Quasi-National Park. It is the source of the Yoshino River, a tributary of the Yoshii River, one of the prefecture's three major rivers, and the murmuring of the valley, the sound of swaying trees, and the voices of wild birds and insects harmonize together to form a different world. In 1985, it was the first forest in the prefecture to be selected as one of Japan's top 100 forests for forest bathing, and the promenade is an excellent hiking course. It has become a place of relaxation for visitors.

Yatakayama Park

716-0223 4301-1 Takayama, Kawakami-cho, Takahashi-shi, Okayama Prefect...

The 17-hectare Yatakayama Park, centered on Mt. Yataka, which is 654 meters above sea level and has an elevation difference of about 60 meters from the base, is a rich natural area with 100,000 azaleas in spring, hydrangeas in early summer, and autumn leaves and a sea of ​​clouds in autumn. It's a park. We have a variety of lodging and training facilities that can be used by groups, families, schools, and other groups, including rental villas, bungalows, lodge rooms, and mountain homes, as well as campgrounds.