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Dakigaeri Gorge — Autumn Trail

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A forested gorge near Kakunodate known for blue-green water, waterfalls and autumn colour around the suspension bridge and riverside trail. Parking is limited and sections of trail may close, so confirm local notices.

Best time to visit: Oct – Gorge colour begins · Nov – Blue water and late colour · Oct–Nov – Azure gorge autumn

Riverside autumn landscape at Dakigaeri Gorge
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Riverside autumn landscape at Dakigaeri GorgeMonth match · time or weather may differ

Recorded capture month: Oct · Historical photo, not a live view

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Weather for your date

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Forecast: Open-Meteo

Packing checklist

  • Also useful: Non-slip waterproof shoes, Warm layer

Parking

Parking has not been verified for this place.

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Directions to Dakigaeri Gorge — Autumn Trail

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When to see this place

Typical viewing windows. Weather and bloom dates vary each year; these are not live forecasts.

AUTUMN · DAY

October · Gorge colour begins

The official autumn event period begins in early October. Colour timing varies through the gorge, so check the Semboku local notice before travelling.

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AUTUMN · DAY

Late October–early November · Azure gorge autumn

Akita Tourism identifies late October to early November as the typical viewing period. Trail access and colour progression should be checked before travel.

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Suitability

Stroller: Not recommended

Nursing room: Not available

Noise level: quiet

Kids: Riverside trail and steps require close supervision.

Rules

Fire: no fire

Water access: river

Drones: permit required

Coordinates

39.7300, 140.6600

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Nearby places

Within 30 km, closest first.

Akita

Kakunodate Samurai District

Historic samurai residences and tree-lined streets preserve the atmosphere of a former castle town. Individual residences have separate visiting arrangements; check openings before planning interiors.

17 km away
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Place information: Official tourism source · Reviewed 2026-09-24