Mogami Kyo Gorge

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Mogami Kyo Gorge

Go down the river on a boat through the majestic gorge.

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Mogami River is a prominent grade A river, counted as one of Japan’s Three Greatest Rapids. The middle area of it (From Furukuchi District in Tozawa Village to Kiyokawa District in Shonai Town) is a 15km-long scenic gorge called Mogami Gorge.

Even though driving on Route 47 along the River is quite fun, a boat ride is the best if you want to enjoy the scenery along the Mogami River. The boatman will sing his favorite sailing song and give a tour guide in a local dialect, while passing the dynamic cliffs on the right and left.

In the TV drama Oshin, the heroine leaves her parents for a job in town. The scene where she goes down the river on a raft was filmed here.

In spring, wild cherries bloom. In summer, fresh green, In fall, bright colors, and in winter, snowscape in Mogami Gorge. Two companies run the boating service on different routes. Get on the boat at the right landing for your route. Both companies offer Kotatsu (heated seating) in winter for your comfort. For tourists from other countries, language services are available (Check the website for details). If you come on public transportation, you will be using JR Rikuusai Line which runs once in 2 hours. Plan your trip carefully.

Highlights

  • The boatman will sing his favorite sailing song and give a tour guide along the river.
  • If you go to the boat landing by public transportation, watch the schedule.
  • Famous as the TV drama Oshin’s filming location.
  • Driving along the river is so refreshing as well.

Photos

  • Pleasant boating while viewing cherry blossoms

    Pleasant boating while viewing cherry blossoms

  • In summer, both shores are filled with fresh green

    In summer, both shores are filled with fresh green

  • Beautiful fall foliage reflected on the water

    Beautiful fall foliage reflected on the water

  • Winter creates a dreamy world like a Chinese ink painting

    Winter creates a dreamy world like a Chinese ink painting

  • Yoshitsune Roman Tourism's boat stops by at Sennindo Hall

    Yoshitsune Roman Tourism's boat stops by at Sennindo Hall

  • Yoshitsune Roman Tourism offers Juwari soba noodles (100% of buck wheat) and cooked potatoes in a 3,500yen plan

    Yoshitsune Roman Tourism offers Juwari soba noodles (100% of buck wheat) and cooked potatoes in a 3,500yen plan

Reviews

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    The river is really wide. While listening to the boatman sing, you can enjoy the autumn leaves on the mountains. Before you know it, the boat arrives at the shore and the ride is over.

  • The Mogami River is known as the mother river of Yamagata and is one of Japan’s three great rapids. It flows into the Sea of Japan at Sakata. I took the Mogami Gorge Basho sightseeing boat—when it’s cold, they provide a roof and heated tables on board. It really felt like the famous poem: 'While the monkeys on both banks keep calling, my light boat has already passed through a thousand mountains.'

Details

Company Name in Japanese
最上峡芭蕉ライン観光
Mogami River Basho Line Kanko
Postal Code
999-6401
Address
86-1 Furukuchi, Tozawamura, Mogamigun, Yamagata
Telephone
0233-72-2001
Hours
Seasonal changes in trips a day. Check the official website.
Fare
One way: Adult 2,500 yen, Elementary child 1,250 yen / Round trip: Adult 3,900 yen, Elementary child 1,950 yen
* Fares may change in some routes. Check before your visit.
Closed
During adverse weather
Directions
From JR Furukuchi Station, walk 5 min.
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)
(2)
Company Name in Japanese
最上川舟下り義経ロマン観光
Mogami River Boat Tours Yoshitsune Roman Tourist
Postal Code
999-6401
Address
3112-1 Takaya, Furukuchi, Tozawamura, Mogamigun, Yamagata
Telephone
0234-57-2148
Hours
Weekday: 10:00am, 11:30pm, 1:00pm, 2:30pm
Saturdays, Sundays, holidays and summer break: Every hour beginning at 10:00am and ending at 3:00pm
* Operation hours may change. Check before your visit.
Fare
Round trip: Adult 2,400 yen, Elementary child 1,200 yen
* Fares may change in some routes. Check before your visit.
Closed
During adverse weather
Directions
From JR Takaya Station, walk a short distance.
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)