Hanazono Gorge
Part of Hanazono-Hananuki Prefectural Nature Park, this gorge is located along Prefectural route 27 in Hanazono, Hanakawa-cho, Kitaibaraki City, in the upper reaches of the Hanazono River. The gorge is lined with groups of rhododendrons in the spring and colorful leaves in the fall, so it offers scenery that can be admired in all four seasons. Hiking trails have been laid out in the gorge, and Hanazono Jinja Shrine is at its base.