Mountainous Okunikko | The heart of Nikko National Park | Akechidaira, Kegon, Ryuzu, Kirifuri...

0:00 Okunikko is the mountainous region of Nikko Japan: Introduction 1:20 Japan Adventure Series Part Twenty-eight 2:00 Akechidaira Ropeway 2:38 Akechidaira Observation Deck 3:27 Kegon Falls | Kegon-no-taki 4:46 Lake Chuzenji and Yunoko Lake 5:20 Ryuzu Falls and Ryuzu Tea House 8:21 Yumoto Onsen 8:38 Nikko Yumoto Visitor Center 9:06 Highlands of Nikko | Kirifuri Highland _______________________________________________ Located in the center of Nikko National Park, Okunikko includes the World Heritage and Ramsar Convention-registered marshlands of Senjogahara, towering Mt. Nantai, placid Lake Chuzenji, and Kegon Falls—particularly striking when it freezes to a trickle in the coldest grips of winter. Also in the area are traditional hot spring retreats and inns. Okunikko (奥日光, Okunikkō, "Inner Nikko") is the mountainous region of Nikko that lies at a higher elevation, deeper into the mountains west of Nikko's city center. Part of Nikko National Park, Okunikko offers beautiful natural scenery, including waterfalls, lakes, marshlands, streams and hot springs. Okunikko has long been a popular destination for escaping the heat of summer. https://www.visitnikko.jp/en/destinat... https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3818.html Catch the ropeway from Akechidaira Plateau to a sky-high observation deck. At an altitude of 1,473 meters, the deck offers a panoramic view of the landscape. It takes only 3 minutes to get from Akechidaira to the observatory via the ropeway. From the windows you will be able to enjoy a panoramic view of nature. From the Akechidaira observatation deck, one will see Lake Chuzenji, Kegon-no-taki Waterfall, the Iro-ha-zaka slope, and sweeping panoramic mountain views. Viewing them from above is a unique experience that is very different from seeing them at ground level. The ropeway is also known as a famous spot to view autumn leaf colors, which attract many visitors during the peak season. https://www.tobu.co.jp/en/sightseeing... https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3819.html https://www.tobu.co.jp/en/sightseeing... Surrounded by the breathtaking landscape of Nikko National Park, Kegon Falls is the most famous of Nikko’s waterfalls. Its water flows from Lake Chuzenji, the country’s highest natural lake, and cascades in a 97-meter drop into a rocky plunge pool surrounded by greenery. https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3812.html https://www.japan.travel/en/japans-lo... Lake Chuzenji is Japan's highest elevation natural lake, located just west of Nikko. The area's altitude and stunning scenery draw visitors looking to escape the humid Japanese summers. The area surrounding the lake is part of Nikko National Park Yunoko Lake is a lake that has formed by the eruption of Mt. Mitake. It is about 3 km in circumference. It is surrounded on three sides by mountains and is somehow shrouded in a mysterious atmosphere. https://www.japan.travel/en/spot/1484/ https://www.visit-tochigi.com/plan-yo... Ryuzu Falls cascades 210 metres down 10-metre wide terraces of volcanic rock from a historic eruption of Mount Nantai. The name “Ryuzu” (dragon’s head) comes from the presence at the base of the falls where a huge rock splits the waterfall in two. The viewing platform offers the best view of the waterfall. Ryuzu Falls is a popular location for visitors and is known as one of the five best falls in Nikko, along with Kegon Falls，Kirifuri Falls, Urami Falls and Yudaki Falls. Just beside the viewing platform is a souvenir shop selling local crafts and food products. https://www.visit-tochigi.com/plan-yo... https://www.nikkostation.com/ryuzu-fa... Yumoto, meaning "origin of hot water" is a small hot spring town in the back of Okunikko and part of Nikko National Park. The town is attractively located next to Lake Yunoko and consists mainly of small ryokans, shops and restaurants. It is a great place to rest your feet and experience a traditional Japanese meal. The Nikko Yumoto Visitor center, located at Yumoto Onsen, is the travelers' hub of the Oku Nikko area. The visitor center’s various exhibits provide information necessary for experiencing the best of Oku Nikko’s nature… such as plants, wild animals, and the best hiking courses. https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3807.html http://www.nikkoyumoto-vc.com/english/ The highlands of Nikko, also known as Kirifuri Highland offers breathtaking views over Kanto , as far as Tokyo and the Pacific Ocean on a clear day. The area is renowned for its wildflowers and offers hiking and climbing routes for all levels. Most of the area is located at over 1,000 meters, and grassland and forests abound. https://www.japan.travel/en/spot/2075/