Nishizawa Gorge Forest Railroad Junction

These are the remains of a former railroad in Mitomikawaura, Yamanashi City that carried lumber until 1968. It was known as the Sanen Railroad because it hauled its cargo along the Nishizawa Gorge from Mitomi Village (now a part of Yamanashi City) to Enzan City (now a part of Koshu City). Currently a hiking course runs along the former path of the railroad. Visitors can hike through a rich natural setting that includes large colonies of rhododendron and waterfalls. Many hikers visit the area during the rhododendron blooming season in May and during the fall foliage season.

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Nishizawa Gorge Forest Railroad Junction

Address: Yamanashi Yamanashi-shi Mitomi Kawaura Map
Area: Katsunuma / Isawa Onsen Area
Phone: 0553221111
Closed: Promenade closed in winter (12/1-4/28)
Fees: Free
Parking Lot: Not available
Note: *Currently, 'Nanatsugama Godan no Taki' cannot be seen from up close due to the collapse of the Takimi Bridge near the waterfall.
Estimated stay time: 120 minutes or more (about 240 minutes)