Birthday Trip in Karuizawa ② Yamanashi "Yatsugatake Kogen Ohashi Bridge" Enjoy the deepening autumn mountains with a 360° panoramic view

A 15-minute drive from the Nagasaka Interchange on the Chuo Expressway takes you to the "Yatsugatake Kogen Ohashi" bridge, also known as the "yellow bridge," which spans the Kawamata River Valley on the Kiyosato Kogen Road. The view from there, with the Yatsugatake Mountains in the background, is a panoramic vista of nature! Beyond the bridge (on the Kiyosato side) is the free "Yatsugatake...".

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Enjoy viewing the autumn foliage along the Sumatakyo Promenade, a loop that takes approximately 90 minutes, passing by the Dream Suspension Bridge in Sumatakyo.

The scenery and magnificent nature of Sumata Gorge, selected as one of Japan's 100 Natural Wonders to Preserve in the 21st Century and one of the 100 New Tourist Destinations in Japan, are truly breathtaking. In autumn, the leaves of the trees turn a vibrant red and yellow, allowing visitors to enjoy the delicate beauty of the autumn foliage amidst the grandeur of nature. The best time to visit is usually from late October to January...

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