Hinachi Dam

Flow of the course

About this spot

This large dam sits on the upper reaches of the Nabari River (名張川), and the water it holds back is called Lake Hinachi. You can walk along the top of the embankment, with the still lake surface on one side and a deep valley on the other, a dramatic contrast. Children rarely get a chance to see a concrete structure of this scale up close. Once they learn that this water flows down into the stream channel of the waterside park just below, the afternoon's water play takes on a new meaning. It is close to the downstream waterside park, so it is easy to visit one after the other.

Tips

There is no shade on top of the embankment and the wind can be strong, so take care that hats are not blown away. Water levels and currents downstream can change during releases, so always follow the posted notices and announcements. Tours of the dam management office vary by day, so enquiring in advance is the surest way if you would like one.

Best time to visit

About 40 minutes. On clear mornings the views of the lake and mountains are beautiful

Access & map

518-0412 Kami-Hinachi, Nabari City, Mie Prefecture