3 Kanto Canyoning Spots! Check out the recommended points taught by Dr. Activity

Hello everyone. Activity Japan BLOG This is a corner to introduce recommended leisure activities in the spring and summer of 2018 by the official blogger "Dr. Activity". Experience leisure reservation site " Activity Japan I will write about the recommended experience plan selected by dogmatism and prejudice from the outdoor activity items that can be reserved in. This time, which is the first step, is popular as a leisure activity on the river. Canyoning I would like to write about. I would like to review the basic knowledge and recommended information with the readers. Now let's get started with the main subject.

You may not know what kind of event "canyoning" is. First, let's review the basic knowledge. Canyoning is an activity aimed at going down the nature of the valley using various outdoor sports elements such as climbing, swimming, canoeing or diving. Its origin is France, an outdoor sport that has been popular throughout Europe for a long time. Also, in the United States, the name is different from that of European countries, and it is called "canyonering".

In Japan, it is generally known as an outdoor leisure activity that you can enjoy in rivers and valleys, and tours that beginners of all ages and genders can participate in are held all over the country. Wear special equipment in a deep valley that cannot be entered by the general public alone, and go down the course. It is common for tours to challenge a number of attractions selected in consideration of safety by a guide who knows the characteristics of the course, such as "waterfall dive", "water jump", "natural waterslide" and "zip line".

Also, while Sawanobori is called "Canyoning", Sawanobori is called "Shower Climbing", and although it is often confused with similar activities, strictly speaking, the contents of tour courses etc. are different for each. ..

By now, I think that you can roughly understand how to enjoy the popular spring and summer leisure "canyoning". Next, let's check out the popular canyoning spots in Japan. Areas that are easily accessible from the Tokyo metropolitan area are not only popular, but because they are activities that deal with nature, there are many spots called "canyoning spots". Even if I introduce all of them, it will be difficult to understand a lot of information, so I would like to introduce 3 recommended canyoning spots in the Kanto area based on the dogmatism and prejudice of my "Dr. Activity" and tell you the charm.

1. Okutama, Tokyo
In the Okutama area, one of the best outdoor spots in Tokyo, you can enjoy a canyoning experience in the upper reaches of the Tama River, which is rich in nature. Since it is a very popular spot that is easily accessible from central Tokyo, there are many shops that hold hands-on tours, and you can choose from a wide variety of plans. The canyoning plan that comes with rafting and barbecue is also attractive. Find a plan

2. Gunma / Minakami
The Minakami area in Gunma prefecture is popular throughout the year as the largest activity spot in the Kanto region, with river activities in spring and summer and snow activities in winter. Canyoning is one of the most popular areas for spring and summer events. A field adventure experience awaits you in the valley of the headwaters of the Tone River, such as a natural waterslide boasting a height difference of 7 meters and a jump to a waterfall. Find a plan

3. Tochigi / Nikko
The Nikko area of Tochigi prefecture is known as a famous place for canyoning and shower climbing, such as "Kirifuri Falls", which is one of the three famous waterfalls in Nikko, a tour aiming for Kirifuri Kogen Hidden Three Falls, and Happogahara. Tochigi Nikko, which has Nikko Toshogu Shrine and is famous as one of the best sightseeing spots in Kita-Kantou, is the most recommended spot in the Kanto area as a canyoning where you can enjoy a waterfall full of negative ions. Find a plan

What did you think? Since there are many plans that can participate from children above elementary school children, it is also recommended activity for all family members to enjoy waiwai. If you are interested please try to challenge "canyoning" by all means in the coming spring and summer leisure season.