Doro-Hatchō, Canyon in Totsukawa, Japan.
The Dorokyo Gorge extends for 31 kilometers through limestone cliffs, with the Kitayama River carving deep pools between vertical rock walls.
The section named Doro-Hatcho received designation as a Special Place of Scenic Beauty in recognition of its geological formations and natural state.
Three prefectures - Nara, Mie, and Wakayama - meet at this natural boundary, which has featured in Japanese poetry and literature through centuries.
Visitors can access the canyon through guided boat tours departing from Shiko Station, offering different perspectives of the stone formations.
The water in the gorge maintains a distinct blue color throughout the year due to the mineral composition of surrounding limestone rocks.
Location: Shingu
Location: Totsukawa
Location: Kumano
Part of: Dorokyō
GPS coordinates: 33.90977,135.88137
Latest update: May 12, 2025 13:05
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