Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Hiking through Oirase Gorge; Emerging at Towada Lake


The Oirase Gorge is located only a short drive from Hachinohe and is a breathtaking piece of nature. Hiking along the gorge is a popular activity for locals, and some just choose to drive alongside the scenery on the road that runs next to the stream - this road was an unpleasant distraction from the natural beauty, and the smell of automobile exhaust wasn't desirable either.
Andy spots a waterfall!
The Nihon-jin were either decked out in the latest in hiking fashion and technology, or in high heels and mini skirts for the muddy hike.















After a good two hours, we emerged from the mouth of the gorge to see the spectacular Towada Lake.

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