狭岩峡, أخدود في سوكو، ناغانو، اليابان
Saku Gorge is a narrow canyon with steep rock walls that runs along the Babasaka River. The river creates waterfalls as unusual rock formations line the banks and define the valley.
During the Edo period this was an important trade route where people carried goods and rice. The site was known for its steep and difficult passage and served as a crossing point with river ferries and wooden bridges.
The gorge takes its name from the narrow rock formations that define it. Locals have long used this place as a setting to connect with nature and observe seasonal changes throughout the year.
Access is best by car to a parking area nearby, from where you can walk down into the valley. Wear sturdy shoes and watch for wet rocks and fallen leaves on the uneven path.
During the Edo period this was so dangerous to cross that horses fell and carts broke, a story still told in local legends today. These anecdotes point to the relentlessly difficult nature of this passage.
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