Wakayama Kitayama Village | Japan's Unique Whitewater Rafting Experience

Hey everyone, make sure to add the whitewater rafting experience in Wakayama's Kitayama Village to your travel list 🎈 This is the only place in Japan where you can enjoy this kind of sightseeing raft adventure. Kitayama Village, surrounded by Mie and Nara prefectures but belonging to Wakayama, has a history of nearly 600 years of timber rafting due to its high-quality cedar production. Today, this tradition has transformed into an exciting tourism activity. Open from May to September, operations are limited to weekends and public holidays in May and June, while from July to September, you can enjoy it every day except Thursdays. Hop aboard a raft made of cedar logs and cypress branches for a 70-minute journey. Guided by skilled rafters, you'll navigate the rapids of the Kitayama River, passing through the scenic Dorokyo Gorge. The water alternates between thrilling rapids and calm stretches, offering both adrenaline-pumping excitement and leisurely sightseeing. The lush green mountains and picturesque scenery on both sides of the river are simply breathtaking 🌳 After the rafting adventure, you can also visit nearby Onigajo Castle. Remember to book in advance online or by phone. The cost is 6,600 yen per adult and 3,300 yen per elementary school child. If you're looking for a unique rafting experience, Kitayama Village in Wakayama is the place to be! 📍 335 Shimooi, Kitayama Village, Higashimuro District, Wakayama Prefecture