Stroll a townscape charming for its famous spring water and hot spring character
About this spot
Dorogawa Onsen (洞川温泉) is a historic hot spring town that flourished as the trailhead for Mount Omine, charming for the atmospheric streets where inns and shops stand shoulder to shoulder in the mountains. There is spring water selected among Japan's 100 Famous Waters, and many people bring bottles to fill. You can spend the time before heading to the gorge walking in mountain air that stays cool even in summer.
Season & hours
Name: みたらい渓谷
Date & time: 常時開放(遊歩道全長約8km)。夏場・紅葉シーズンの土日祝は大変混雑
Venue: 吉野郡天川村北角
みたらい渓谷は、奈良県吉野郡天川村にある美しい渓谷で、エメラルドグリーンに透き通る清流と大小の滝が連なる約8kmの遊歩道が整備されています。常時開放されているため季節を問わず訪れやすい一方、夏場や紅葉シーズンの土日祝は大変混雑します。水量豊かな流れが作る滝つぼは深い場所もあるため、浅瀬を選んで水遊びを楽しむのが安心です。深い森に囲まれた渓谷ならではの涼しさと美しい水の色を、家族でゆっくり満喫できます。
Tips
水はかなり冷たいため、日差しが高くなる正午以降に水遊びを楽しむのがおすすめです。岩場は滑りやすいので、川用のシューズを準備しましょう。駐車場は数か所ありますが、繁忙期は早めに満車になることがあります。
Tips
The townscape is a size you can walk around slowly. If you plan to collect the famous water, preparing a container keeps things smooth. The elevation is high and it can feel chilly even in summer, so having an extra layer is reassuring.
Best time to visit
About 1 hour. The cool hours before midday are easiest for strolling
Access & map
Dorogawa Onsen, Dorogawa, Tenkawa Village, Yoshino-gun, Nara 638-0431
Model course featuring this spot
2026 Mitarai Gorge (みたらい渓谷) Full-Day Course
Nara
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