Activities
Hiking Along the Oirase Stream
Mandy BartokThe Oirase Stream in Aomori Prefecture offers easy day hiking in a pristine forest setting.
Flowing from Lake Towada, Oirase Stream or Oirase Gorge is famous for its autumn leaves and natural scenery. The stream and the gorge have provided inspiration for countless artists over the centuries and it is still a popular place for hikers and cyclists.
The entire Oirase Trail is nine kilometers one-way and takes about two-and-a-half hours to complete. The dozen or so waterfalls that punctuate the stream provide picturesque vantage points and have become a popular tourist attraction in recent years.
Cycling also proves a popular way to see the stream and gorge. There are rental opportunities at Yakeyama, near the head where the stream leaves Lake Towada, and you can drop the bike off at the end of the trail in Nenokuchi.
Although a road runs alongside the stream, it remains largely untouched and the sound of the babbling waters often overpowers any sounds of vehicular travel. During peak tourist season in autumn, some roads may be closed to private automobiles allowing only buses and shuttles to pass.
No matter when you decide to visit Oirase Stream and Gorge, you’ll be visited with some forest therapy with lush greens in spring or bright golds in autumn.
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The Oirase Stream in Aomori Prefecture offers easy day hiking in a pristine forest setting.
Enjoy the emerald colors of summer in Tohoku on a walk along the Oirase Stream in Aomori.
Menikmati warna zamrud musim panas di Tohoku di jalan-jalan sepanjang jeram Oirase di Aomori.
Appréciez la couleur émeraude de l'été dans le Tohoku avec une promenade le long de la rivière Oirase dans la préfecture de Aomori.
Oirase stream is amazing in any season. In summer the green color of leaves and moss is unbelievable.
Suối Oirase vẫn luôn tuyệt vời dù vào bất kỳ mùa nào. Vào mùa hè, màu xanh lá của lá và rêu là đẹp đến nỗi khó có thể mà tin được.
Oirase stream is amazing in any season. In summer the green color of leaves and moss is unbelievable.
The Oirase Stream in Aomori Prefecture offers easy day hiking in a pristine forest setting.