Oboke and Koboke
“Oboke Koboke” is an about 8km-long canyon, created over 200 million years by the rapids of the Yoshino River that passes through the Shikoku Mountains, and the area has beautiful sculpturesque landscapes.
The boat tour owner's wife was incredibly warm and welcoming. She kept praising her love for Taiwan, even though her voice was getting hoarse! Everyone on our tour bus was really moved by her spirit!
Shirakawa-go (Historic Village)
Shirakawa-go, a beautiful area where traditional Japanese scenery still exists, is home to the largest number of still-standing traditional “gassho-zukuri” Japanese homes. As of 2016, there are around 100 buildings still standing, both large and small. It is the largest remaining historic settlement in Japan, and it is preserved as a Group of Traditional Buildings in the register of Cultural Properties of Japan.
It's rare to see such old buildings so well preserved. The environment here is fantastic. Next time, I want to come back in winter.