Chichibu Walking Tour: Exploring the Arakawa River and Iwadatami w/ Local Guide

Highlights

• Explore Iwadatami, unique landform, created by the erosion of the Arakawa River
• Enjoy the seasonal scenery, the sound of the clear stream, and the refreshing breeze
• The tour is open to individuals

What to expect

Join a walking tour led by a local guide who knows Chichibu well, exploring the Arakawa River and Iwadatami. The tour is open to individuals, and you can leisurely enjoy the seasonal scenery, the sound of the clear stream, and the refreshing breeze.

About this experience

Starting at

10:00, 14:00

Schedule

1. —
   Meet in front of Nagatoro Station
2. —
   Iwadatami Street

   Between Chichibu Railway's Nagatoro Station and the famous "Nagatoro Iwadatami," you'll find souvenir shops and eateries where you can enjoy local specialties.
3. —
   Iwadatami

   This unique landform, created by the erosion of the Arakawa River, features flat rocks spread out like tatami mats, hence the name "Iwadatami." It is designated as a scenic natural monument of Nagatoro, where you can enjoy the sound of the clear stream and the refreshing breeze.
4. —
   Shijuhachi Numa (Forty-Eight Ponds)

   On top of the Nagatoro Iwadatami, there are small ponds known as "Shijuhachi Numa." The water's edge is lush with plants, and you might spot small fish.
5. —
   Chichibu Sekiheki (Red Cliff)

   The cliff formed along the fault line where the Arakawa River flows is called "Chichibu Sekiheki," named after a famous site in China.
6. —
   Potholes

   On the rock surface, there are large potholes. These were formed when hard rocks were trapped in depressions on the riverbed of the Arakawa River in the past. The strong currents caused the rocks to spin, gradually eroding the rock surface.
7. —
   Kotaki no Se

   About 500 meters upstream from Iwadatami is "Kotaki no Se," known as a rapid spot for river boating and a popular photography location.
8. —
   Tora Iwa (Tiger Rock)

   It is named for its striped pattern that resembles tiger fur. Tiger fur pattern shining on the bank of Arakawa River.
9. —
   Disband in front of the Museum of Natural History

Location and Directions

• Check-in

  Nagatoro Station

  529 Nagatoro, Nagatoro-cho, Chichibu-gun, Saitama Prefecture, Japan

  

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• Check-out

  Saitama Prefectural Museum of Nature

  1417-1 Nagatoro, Chichibu District, Saitama 369-1305

  

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