[Autumn Foliage] Takase Gorge
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One of the top spots for autumn foliage in the prefecture
Takase Gorge is famous as one of the top spots for autumn foliage in the prefecture. The Takase River, which is fed by the waters of the Yari Mountains, merges with the Minakami River and features three dams in succession: Takase Dam, Nakakura Dam, and Omachi Dam. The autumn colors progress in order from the highest, Takase Dam. The emerald green Takase Dam Lake and the beauty of Kitakuzusawa's gorge are one of the scenic viewpoints. *Please inquire about the special taxi from Nakakura Dam.
Map & Location
Takase Gorge
About 1 hour from Nagano Expressway Azumino IC via the Northern Alps Panorama Road and Prefectural Road Yari Dake Line to the Nakakura Dam parking lot.
About 20 minutes by car from JR Shinano-Omachi Station to Omachi Dam, then about 5 minutes by car to Nakakura Dam, and about 15 minutes by special taxi to Takase Dam.
Details about [Autumn Foliage] Takase Gorge
- Date & Time
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Mid-Oct~Early Nov
- Note
- The date is a guideline for peak viewing season, and the peak viewing period may vary due to weather and other factors.
- Venue
- Takase Gorge
- Address
- Hira, Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture
- Access
- About 1 hour from Nagano Expressway Azumino IC via the Northern Alps Panorama Road and Prefectural Road Yari Dake Line to the Nakakura Dam parking lot.
- Access (Public)
- About 20 minutes by car from JR Shinano-Omachi Station to Omachi Dam, then about 5 minutes by car to Nakakura Dam, and about 15 minutes by special taxi to Takase Dam.
- Contact
- 0261-22-0190 (Omachi City Tourism Association)