Naruko Gorge

Overview

Naruko Gorge is a valley located within the Kurikoma Quasi-National Park in Naruko Onsen, Osaki City, Miyagi Prefecture. Its formation began approximately 10,000 years ago due to the erosion of the Oyatagawa River. Today, it boasts a magnificent landscape of deep cliffs extending over 4 kilometers, captivating visitors with its grandeur. Naruko Gorge is famous as one of Tohoku's premier autumn foliage spots. In autumn, various trees, including maples, beech trees, and ginkgoes, burst into vibrant hues of red, yellow, and orange, enveloping the entire gorge in a fiery palette. The area around the Naruko Gorge Rest House is particularly stunning, drawing many tourists with its exceptional autumn leaf display. From the Naruko Gorge Rest House, you can enjoy panoramic views of the entire gorge. During the autumn foliage season, the beauty is truly breathtaking. A short walk from the rest house leads to the Ohfukusawa walking path, allowing you to experience the gorge up close. Naruko Gorge offers a truly spectacular combination of majestic natural beauty and the vibrant colors of autumn foliage. If you're visiting Tohoku in the fall, make sure to visit this incredible location.