Oku-Ōi Prefectural Nature Park

The park incorporates mountain ranges, valleys, and virgin forests along the upper sections of the Oi and Abe Rivers in central Japan.

The establishment of Oku-Ōi Prefectural Nature Park in April 1968 marked a significant step in preserving Shizuoka's natural environment for future generations.

Local communities maintain traditional practices of utilizing natural hot springs within the park boundaries, continuing centuries of Japanese bathing traditions.

Visitors need to arrange private transportation to access the park's facilities as there are no public transit options or dedicated parking areas.

The park features Japan's only alternate biting tooth rail system on the Ikawa Line, which transports passengers through steep mountain terrain.

Location: Shizuoka Prefecture

Inception: April 1, 1968

Website: https://pref.shizuoka.jp/kankyou/ka-070/park/hamanako/untitled.html

GPS coordinates: 35.18106,138.11161

Latest update: March 5, 2025 01:13