Test the whitewaters this summer in Japan. If you are spending the summer months either in Tokyo or anywhere in Japan, have some great water fun.
Just nearby from Tokyo are some of the following venues:
◆ Gumma
Tone River
Minakami Canyoning
◆ Okutama
Okutama Rafting
◆ Kochi
Yoshino River
There are several tour companies that handle good packages for individuals and families.
◆ Hokkaido
Rafting in Hokkaido is a perfect place to enjoy Hokkaido along with other sightseeing spots. Here are several places to enjoy not only rafting but canoeing, kayaking, stand up paddle board, canyoning and bungee jumping. From end of April to October 30, perfect time to adventure.
● Hidaka
Mukawa River
Ugawa River
● Biei
Saru River
Chubetsu River
Hanazono, Niseko
Shiribetsu River
● Minami-Furano
Sorachi River
Tokachi River
● Chitose
Lake Kuttari ( Kayaking )
Lake Toya, Bibigawa River
● Hakodate
Onuma Marsh ( Canoe )
◆ Wakayama
Experience the traditional log rafting, only place in Japan a tradition that has lasted for the past 600 years. Taken place in Dorokyo-Gorge ( Ikada-Kudari ), along the Yoshino-Kumano National Park.Before roads were built to transport logs to various places for sale, logs were floated down the rivers connected together as rafts.
May through Sept. twice a day, dates vary. Children from the age of 11 years old can participate. This may change please contact before making reservations.
Michi-No- Eki Okutoro
Tourist Center in Kitayama Village
0735-49-2324
HAVE A GREAT SUMMER IN JAPAN WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS.