Ryūōkyō, Canyon in Nikko National Park, Japan
Ryuokyo Canyon extends for 3 kilometers between Kinugawa Onsen and Kawaji Onsen, featuring distinct geological formations along the Kinugawa River.
The canyon formed 22 million years ago through underwater volcanic eruptions, resulting in deposits of andesite, green tuff, and rhyolite rocks.
The name translates to Dragon King Canyon, given in 1950 to reflect the winding path of water through rock formations.
Visitors can access the canyon via hourly trains or buses to Ryuokyo Station, with a popular 3-kilometer hiking trail taking approximately 90 minutes to complete.
The canyon divides into three sections: Shiryu with purple andesite, Seiryu with green tuff, and Hakuryu with white rhyolite rock formations.
Location: Nikko
GPS coordinates: 36.86333,139.71306
Latest update: May 11, 2025 10:50
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