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Geibikei Gorge

As a boatman steers a vessel, you adore the majestic cliffs in lovely seasons.

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Kitakami River runs through Iwate north to south and branches into a tributary, Satetsu River, where the gorge stands tall. Water erosion created this 50m-tall, 100m-long bluff dotted with bizarre rocks, caves and waterfalls. The divine scene is counted as one of the 100 Scenic Places in Japan and National Historical Spot and Scenic Beauty and Natural Monument.

If you wish to see the mighty scenery from on the water, try a boat ride which goes up and down the river in 90 minutes. A boatman steers the boat with a bamboo stick, singing Geibi folk song which is a local specialty of the Geibi Gorge. Savor the fresh green in spring, wisteria in early summer, fall foliage and snowscape in winter.

At the turning point, you can get off the boat and look around the Lion’s Nose Rock and the Gorge’s namesake, Big Geibi Rock, where you can try your luck - if you throw Undama (lucky stones) to the opposite side of the river into the Wishing Hole, your wish is said to come true. You can choose from the ten kinds of lucky stones such as destiny, longevity, or fortune (100 yen/5).

Tea ceremony boats, 16th-night concert boats, foot warmer boats and other seasonal events are held. Call and find that out before you come.

Highlights

  • The divine scene is counted as one of the 100 Scenic Places in Japan.
  • Try a boat ride to see the gorge.
  • At the turning point, you can get off the boat and look around.
  • Try your luck at the Big Geibi Rock.
  • A variety of seasonal events are held.

Photos

  • The imposing cliffs are a powerful sight to see

    The imposing cliffs are a powerful sight to see

  • Remarkable rocks and caves dot the gorge

    Remarkable rocks and caves dot the gorge

  • Ride a boat and observe the astounding nature

    Ride a boat and observe the astounding nature

  • Lucky stones to be tossed into the wishing hole

    Lucky stones to be tossed into the wishing hole

  • Exquisite fall colors

    Exquisite fall colors

Reviews

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  • 夏婉欣

    猊鼻溪遊船行程中,船伕一邊撐船一邊哼歌哦,在兩側峽谷與滿山紅葉🍁搭配真的是美極了。

Details

Name in Japanese
猊鼻渓
Postal Code
029-0302
Address
467 Nagasaka, Higashiyamacho, Ichinoseki City, Iwate
Telephone
0191-47-2341 (Geibi Tourism Center)
Closed
Walk anytime
Hours
Runs 9 times/day starting at 8:30am *May change in different seasons
Admission
Boat ride: Adult 1,800 yen, Elementary schooler 900 yen, Age 3 and older 200 yen
Directions
From JR Ofunato Line, Geibikei Station, walk 5 min.
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)