Oirase Gorge and Lake Towada Day Hike with Government-Licensed Guide
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Oirase Gorge and Lake Towada Day Hike with Government-Licensed Guide

By Japan Guide Agency
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The Oirase Gorge is a popular resort in the Northern Japan, offering some of Japan's most spectacular mountain scenery. With one of the most famous hiking paths in all Japan, we set foot there on our quest for traditional Japan. The gorge is marked by interesting rock formations on both sides while the river has icy rapids and a series of 14 plunging waterfalls along the way. If there’s only one thing you do in Aomori, do this. It really is a nature lovers paradise. It is about 2.5 kilometres (1.8 miles) long and has only gentle elevation changes which takes around 2-4 hours to easy walk at a leisurely pace. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hours tour that's best for you! Note*1: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
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Duration: 8h
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Live guide: Japanese, English
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  • Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
  • Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Oirase
What's not included
  • Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
  • Private Vehicle
  • Transportation fee (for yourself)
  • Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • This special tour will be conducted with a public transportation and cruising taxi as stated in the tour information, NOT including private vehicle. Your guide will be at the meeting point on foot. If you need a private vehicle, please feel free to ask us and we will estimate an additional cost for you.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Additional pickup options
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.
      • 034-0303, Japan
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Service animals allowed
        • Near public transportation
        • Not wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 92136P193

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
        • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
        • Most travellers can participate
        • This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 92136P193

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        A must experience of a beautiful series of waterfalls and river rapids which were spectacular and beautiful to behold - bring your best camera !

        We parked the car at the middle and walked up and back as we missed the idea of parking on the side of the road at the beginning
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