Hillside Sakura

#cherryblossom2024 Deep gorges and wide open spaces The Bihoku area in Hiroshima Prefecture is a great place for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Hiking trails here take you through two magnificent gorges, Sandan-ke and Taisaku-ke, with dense forests and hot springs such as Takamiya Yunomori. It is interesting There are about 70 types of flowers in Bihoku Hills Park Sandan-ke and Taisaku-ke are considered two of the most picturesque gorges in Japan How to get there The best way to get to Bihoku is by car from Hiroshima — it will take two hours. The nearest transport interchange is Shobara IC on the Chugoku Expressway. Some of the attractions in the area — for example, Sandan-ke — can be reached by public transport. Flowers and sports in the national Park Bihoku Hills National Park will appeal to both fans of watching blooms and fans of outdoor sports. The park itself is divided into several sections, one of which is called the "Flower Square". Indeed, from spring to autumn, about 70 types of flowers bloom there. In Minori no Sato, more active tourists will enjoy a bicycle trail with a length of almost 7 km, as well as a disc golf course. Tsudoi no Sato is for playing golf and admiring sakura in the spring. And the open space of eight hectares, which is called the "Big Lawn", is great for relaxing in warm weather. Go through the gorge The Sandan-ke runs through the mountains northwest of Hiroshima. Impressive waterfalls and crevices can be found here. This place is just created for those who like to climb rocks through greenery. You can get to the Sandan-ke Gorge by public transport from Hiroshima. In Taisaku-kyo, it is worth getting to the stone arch of natural origin, known as the "Onbashi Bridge". The gorge itself is named after the god Taisaku-ten, and there is a temple dedicated to this deity — Aime-ji. There is a comfortable path from the temple gate along the northern part of the gorge.