Nature/Views

Kakunodate
Tazawako
Kakunodate
Tazawako

A beautiful blue mountain stream and a famous spot for fresh greenery and autumn leaves

Dakigaeri Valley

抱返り渓谷(だきがえりけいこく)

Dakigaeri Valley is known as the Yabakei of Tohoku, and is a beautiful spot famous for its virgin forests on both banks, the waterfalls hanging over the cliffs, and the distinctive blue mountain stream.

There is a walking trail where you can easily see the strange rocks, rapids, and waterfalls of all sizes. The view from the suspension bridge "Kami no Iwabashi" that catches your eye when you reach the valley is amazing.

Dakigaeri Valley leaflet (PDF data)



***Notice of traffic restrictions due to construction***

Traffic restrictions will be in place from 9:00 Reiwa on Monday, November 11, 2024 due to construction work on the promenade on the first and second parking lots of the Dakigaeri. Please see below for details. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

<First parking lot side>
Due to construction work near Dakigaeri Shrine, some sections of the promenade will be closed to traffic.
Visiting Dakigaeri Shrine is possible.
・You cannot cross Kami-no-Iwahashi (suspension bridge). Please access Kami-no-Iwahashi from the second parking lot.

<Second parking lot side>
・Due to construction work on the promenade upstream from the Second Public Toilet, the promenade will be completely closed to traffic.
・The restrictions are scheduled to be lifted in April Reiwa .
・It is possible to cross Kami-no-Iwabashi (suspension bridge).
・Visiting Dakigaeri Shrine is not possible. Please access Dakigaeri Shrine from the First Parking Lot.

God's Rock Bridge

Detailed Information

Street address
From Sotsuda, Semboku City , Tazawako, Akita Prefecture to Kakunodate Town
Street address(Japanese)
秋田県仙北市田沢湖卒田~角館町広久内
Parking Lot
Yes
Getting Around

5 minutes by car from JR Jindai Station or 15 minutes by car from JR Kakunodate station
20 minutes by car from JR Tazawako Station

Street address From Sotsuda, Semboku City , Tazawako, Akita Prefecture to Kakunodate Town
Street address(Japanese) 秋田県仙北市田沢湖卒田~角館町広久内
Parking Lot Yes
Getting Around

5 minutes by car from JR Jindai Station or 15 minutes by car from JR Kakunodate station
20 minutes by car from JR Tazawako Station