VISIT KANAZAWA, JAPAN - Official Travel Guide

Here you can feel the richness of nature in the vast natural forests of Japanese beech and other trees, and the views of new spring growth and autumn foliage.

Take a stroll around the waterside, and take the time to refresh your body and soul. 

This course is relatively smooth, making it easy even for beginner hikers.

08:00　Meet at and depart from Tsuzumi Gate at the East Entrance of Kanazawa Station

<Travel by chartered taxi>

08:40　 Arrive at Azumaya, close to Io no Sato Auto Camping Ground

　　　　Orientation (self introduction, course explanation, etc.), 

        last toilet break

  　　　08:50　Depart via Shigarakubi parking lot

　　　　09:50-10:20　Forest bathing at Oikedaira

　　　　10:30-10:50　Tea time at Sanjaga Falls

　　　　11:10-11:20　Sanshoku Spring

　　　　11:35　Main path

　　　　12:10　Arrive at Mount Io Visitor Center

12:25　Depart from Mount Io Visitor Center

<Travel by chartered taxi>

12:50　Bathe in hot springs and eat lunch at Share Kanazawa (may change due to facility situation)

<Travel by chartered taxi>

14:15　Arrive at Kanazawa Station

Total walking time: 2 hours, 20 minutes

Tonbi Rock

Scenic Tonbi Rock takes its Japanese name from its resemblance to a kite’s beak, and is the symbol of Mount Iouzen. The gorgeous view of Tonbi Rock as seen from Oikedaira, a rare open spot in the mountains, is not to be missed.

Rich Nature

Take a walk along this gentle trail while bathing in the atmosphere of the forest. Mount Iouzen is home to rare vegetation, and listening to the guide’s explanations and asking questions on your hike is part of the fun.

Spiritual Atmosphere

The Japanese name for Sanjaga Falls is said to come from its three steps. There is also a cave where ascetics withdrew into. Bask in the spiritual aura and negative ion-rich atmosphere to refresh your body and mind.