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Kakusenkei Gorge
Kakusenkei Gorge · 鶴仙渓
Kakusenkei's riverside path runs from Korogi Bridge to Kurotani Bridge. View the gorge from bridges and walk beside the river. Kawadoko tea seating below Ayatori Bridge offers a place to pause for tea.
Visitor information
Admission
In 2026, Kawadoko tea seating costs JPY 700 for adults and JPY 600 for elementary school children, including Kaga bocha tea. Dessert sets cost JPY 1,000 and JPY 900 respectively. Check accommodation and proof conditions for partner-inn guest discounts. These fees cover Kawadoko tea seating, rather than entry to the whole riverside path, and are separate from walking itinerary subtotals.
Opening hours
Kawadoko's 2026 hours are 09:30–16:00 during 1 April–31 October, with last orders at 15:45; and 10:00–15:00 during 1–30 November 2026, with last orders at 14:45. These hours apply to tea seating, rather than the whole riverside path.
What to see at Kakusenkei Gorge
Walk beside bridges and the river
The path from Korogi Bridge to Kurotani Bridge is about 1.3 km. See gorge views from bridges or walk a short riverside section near your inn and return.
How to get to Kakusenkei Gorge
Kawadoko lies below Ayatori Bridge, about 850 m from Yamanaka Onsen Bus Terminal or about a 15-minute walk in official tourism guidance.
Kaga official Kakusenkei Kawadoko fees and hours Kaga official riverside tourism guide
The accommodation's nearby sightseeing guide gives about a 7-minute walk to Korogi Bridge or about 20 minutes to Kawadoko. Walk a nearby section from the bridge and return along the same route. For Ayatori Bridge or departure from another inn, check route and time separately. Four- and five-day riverside itineraries with two inn nights do not walk the full roughly 1.3 km path. Allow extra walking time for Kawadoko or the path's far end.
Kaga official Kakusenkei Kawadoko fees and hours Kaga official riverside tourism guide Ohanami Kyubei nearby sightseeing and Korogi Bridge access Yamanaka Onsen official attractions and path guide
Visiting tips
Kawadoko closures depend on season and weather
Kawadoko closes December–March and has irregular closing days in November. Rain or high river levels suspend service. Seat reservations are unavailable; check operations for your date if planning a tea break.
Riverside steps and access notices
Some path sections have steps. Follow on-site access guidance and choose a distance your group can walk comfortably. Plan the return route if continuing to another bridge.
Yamanaka Onsen official attractions and path guide Ohanami Kyubei nearby sightseeing and Korogi Bridge access
2026 Kawadoko maintenance closures
The 2026 operating guide lists maintenance closures on 9–11 June and 8–10 September. These dates apply to Kawadoko tea seating, rather than the entire walking path.
Questions about Kakusenkei Gorge
Can I reserve Kakusenkei Kawadoko seats in advance?
The official 2026 guide does not accept seat reservations. Kawadoko operates April–November, but rain or high river levels may suspend it. Check operations for your visit date before going.
Official sources
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- Kaga official Kakusenkei Kawadoko fees and hours ·
- Kaga official riverside tourism guide ·
- Ohanami Kyubei nearby sightseeing and Korogi Bridge access ·
- Yamanaka Onsen official attractions and path guide ·
- Kakusenkei path and bridges ·
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