Yabakei Gorge

Viewpoint · Kyūshū & Western Japan

Cliffs and pinnacles carved from volcanic rock line this gorge in Oita, threaded by the Ao-no-Domon tunnel a monk reputedly hand-dug in the 18th century. Maples color the ravine through most of November, among Kyushu's latest color.

Best for: Kyushu's late-season color

Don’t miss

  • Ao-no-Domon tunnel
  • Rakan-ji cliffside temple

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