Kiso Valley Autumn & Granite Riverbed
Emerald river currents contrasted against stark white granite blocks and hillside autumn leaves.
A dramatic natural granite gorge along the Kiso River in Nagano, steeped in the legend of Urashima Taro.
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16°C
Light drizzle
💧 35% rain chance · wind 5 km/h
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🚉Agematsu Station
Approx. 1.4 km from spot
🚶~18 min walk
Easy walking distance from station
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Emerald river currents contrasted against stark white granite blocks and hillside autumn leaves.
Suitability
Stroller: Not recommended
Nursing room: Not available
Noise level: quiet
Rules
Water access: river
Drones: permit required
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Place information: Official tourism source · Reviewed 2026-10-25