Slow and Easy Hiking in Hida-Osaka (3 hours)

This hiking tour takes place in the forest on the lava plateau which is made of lava flow during the eruption of Mt. Ontake 54,000 years ago. The forest is filled with stories and beautiful nature of Hida-Osaka. On this tour, you will visit all three waterfalls in the park with the local guide who loves to share the story of the formation of the lava land and the people's lives in this region with you. Gandate Park is surrounded by two rivers and covered by the trees. The fresh air full of negative ions embraces you and it's the best spot around this region to enjoy forest bathing (shinrin-yoku).

Hida-Osaka is accessible both from Takayama and Gero in 40 minutes either by train or bus or car. The area is surrounded by mountains and forests. The clean and fresh air full of negative ions makes you feel so relaxed and refreshed. It's the best choice for those who are looking for the off-the-beaten path and forest bathing experience in Japan.

This is a quick tour in the Park which does not include lunch, so it matches best for those who wish to pay a quick visit to Gandate Park but would like to know about it as much as possible.