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Oirase Stream

A Picturesque Natural Beauty with Waterfalls, Rocks, and Cliffs.

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Oirase Stream, a renowned tourist attraction awarded two stars in the Michelin Green Guide, stretches approximately 14 kilometers from the shores of Lake Towada at Nenokuchi to Yakeyama. It's a national Special Place of Scenic Beauty and Natural Monument, celebrated for its waterfalls, clear streams, giant rocks, and steep cliffs.

Along the stream, there are well-maintained roads and walking trails. While driving or taking a bus tour to visit various scenic spots is convenient, walking along the trails is recommended to fully immerse in the majestic natural surroundings. These paths are enveloped in green tunnels, basked in sunlight, and filled with the crisp air of the forest, offering an opportunity to enjoy nature in its full glory. Trekking the entire course takes about four hours, making for a rewarding experience if time and stamina permit.

Early summer with vibrant greenery and autumn with its vivid foliage are the best seasons to visit, presenting exceptionally beautiful scenery. For a more exhilarating experience, bicycles are available for rent at Oirase Stream Museum, Ishigedo Rest Area, and JR Bus Nenokuchi, allowing visitors to cycle through the breathtaking landscapes of Oirase Stream.

Highlights

  • Approximately 14 km long stream along the Oirase River.
  • Well-maintained roads and walking trails along the stream.
  • The trek takes about 4 hours to complete.
  • Best visited in early summer and autumn for stunning views.
  • Bicycle rentals are available for a refreshing ride.

Photos

  • Enjoy the lush greenery during summer.

    Enjoy the lush greenery during summer.

  • Walk leisurely along the trails.

    Walk leisurely along the trails.

  • Experience the colorful foliage in autumn.

    Experience the colorful foliage in autumn.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)

A

Sorry, we don’t.

Q

Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?

A

There is no free Wi-Fi available in the area. Additionally, mobile phone reception may be poor in certain locations.

Q

Are coin lockers available?

A

Coin lockers are available at the Oirase Stream Museum in Yakeyama.

Q

Are there restrooms nearby?

A

Public toilets are available at several locations along Oirase Stream, including Yakeyama, Kirose, Ishigedo, Tamadare, and Nenokuchi.

Reviews

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  • Top Reviewer

    mizuiro_lawson Top Reviewer

    奥入瀬渓流は夏でも涼しく、とても気持ちの良い森林浴ができます!川沿いに遊歩道もあるので散歩するのもオススメ!何度でも訪れたくなる場所。

  • Top Reviewer

    東北地方冬天寒冷的程度可說是比北海道還冷餒~但東北有獨特的風景,像是青森縣奧入瀨溪流的冰瀑、位在青森縣十和田市的「奧入瀨溪流,全長14公里,溪流經整片自然森林,水流方向錯綜複雜,到了冬季時的溪流、岩石與樹木覆上厚厚積雪,有種水墨畫的雪景象,尤其是看到將瀑布凍成一根根的冰柱,有種彷佛時間靜止了一樣~令人感到心靈的悸動❤️

  • Philip Lee

    遊覽奧入瀨溪流後,被它壯麗的自然景觀和清澈的溪水所震撼並對周圍的生態環境有更深的體會。

  • 黃素娥

    自然原始森林有瀑布、枯木、走步道可以大口呼吸,吸收著滿滿芬多精。

  • Zeon Gelgoog

    原始的自然景觀保留了一草一木,10月底的紅葉季節滿山滿谷使人震撼。

Details

Name in Japanese
奥入瀬渓流
Postal Code
034-0301
Address
Okuse, Towada City, Aomori
Telephone
0176-75-2425 (Lake Towada National Park Association)
Closed
Open every day
Hours
Walk anytime
Admission
Free
Directions
Take the JR Bus from JR Shin-Aomori Station or Hachinohe Station and get off at "Yakeyama".
Official Website
Official Website (English)