Nakatsu Gorge
About This Destination
Nakatsu Gorge is a gorge in Niyodogawa town, Agawa District, Kochi Prefecture, on a tributary of the Niyodo River. It is one of the places where visitors can see the clear blue-green water known as Niyodo blue, which shifts in shade with the sunlight. A walking trail of about 1.3 kilometres round trip follows the river past smaller cascades to Uryu Falls, where water drops around 20 metres into a pool below. The path is maintained and suitable for casual walkers. Entry to the gorge is free. There is limited parking at the entrance, with more spaces at the former Nanokawa elementary school nearby. Access is easiest by car, with buses available from Sakawa Station.
Location
Prefecture: Kochi
Address: Niyodogawa, Kochi, Japan
Nearest Station: Sakawa Station
Best time to visit: Late spring to summer for the clearest blue water; autumn for foliage
Visitor Information
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Access
Kochi, Japan
Get DirectionsFrequently Asked Questions
How do I get to Nakatsu Gorge?
By car it is about 1.5 hours from Kochi city via Ino Interchange; by public transport take a bus from Sakawa Station and get off at Nanokawa, about a seven-minute walk from the entrance.
Is there an entry fee for Nakatsu Gorge?
No, entry to the gorge and its walking trail is free.
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