(Nature Parks and Sacred Trees)
Nature parks with waterfalls, scenic mountain streams, sacred hundred-year-old trees, are popular places for hiking and scenic walks. Escape the bustle and discovers Akita's Scenic Nature Parks.
9. Magimahiru Prefecture Nature Park
 Location: Otacho Kawaguchi, Ota
Contact: Ota Branch of General Affairs
Telephone: 0187-88-1111
Outline
Magimahiru Nature Park lies on the boarder of Iwate Prefecture and stretches 25km from north to south. The park consists mostly of primeval beech forest and is abundant in animal life. Reaching up to Mt Yakushi is the picturesque Magi Gorge and Kawaguchi Gorge famous for its numerous scenic waterfalls and is popular with hikers.
10. Okawamae Ravine
Location-Kyowa Funaoka
Contact-Kyowa Branch of General Affairs
Telephone-018-892-2111
Outline
Okawamae Ravine is situated at the headwaters of Kyowa Dam and is well known for its lush green scenery and beautiful autumn colours. It is also a popular area renowned for fishing, in particular Char and trout.
11. Hozo Temple Giant Keyaki Tree
Location: Jinguji Aza Jinguji
Contact: Hozo Temple
Telephone: 0187-72-4024
Outline
Hozo Temple's Giant Keyaki trees are over 950 years old and soar high above the temple grounds. The temple boasts the largest most spectacular trees in Akita Prefecture.
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