Pickup from Oboke Station or Nearby Accommodation (9:00 AM)

• Meet your guide and begin your journey into the heart of the Iya Valley.

• Travel by private vehicle or arranged transfer to the trailhead.

Forest Hike to Kazurabashi Bridge (10:00 AM – 11:30 AM)

• Embark on a guided forest hike through lush, misty mountain terrain.

• Cross the iconic Kazurabashi Vine Bridge, suspended over the Iya River.

• Hear local legends of the Heike warriors who once hid in this remote region.

Traditional Lunch (11:30 AM – 12:30 PM)

• Enjoy a hearty meal featuring regional specialties such as:

  • Handmade soba noodles

  • Grilled river fish

  • Seasonal vegetables and mountain herbs

• Relax in a rustic riverside setting.

Hike or Scenic Drive to Ochiai Village (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM)

• Travel deeper into the valley to Ochiai, a hillside village known for its well-preserved Edo-era homes.

• Explore steep terraced footpaths, moss-covered steps, and panoramic viewpoints.

• Great opportunity for cultural immersion and photography.

Tea Break at a Local Café or Lookout (2:30 PM – 3:00 PM)

• Pause for a warm drink and local sweets while admiring sweeping valley views.

• Optional stop at a thatched-roof teahouse or modern viewpoint café.

Return Transfer (3:00 PM – 4:00 PM)

• Depart Ochiai and enjoy a scenic ride back to Oboke Station or your original accommodation.

• End the day feeling refreshed by nature and enriched by local history.