“Mori-no-Kuni (Land of Forest)” with its beautiful stream is a treasure house of delicious vegetables and wild plants.
The harvesting activity is directly taught by the local farmers.
Do not hesitate to ask about the vegetables and the farmers’ passion for their work.
We use only freshly picked seasonal produce to pursue the goodness of the ingredients to the fullest.

It is a new outdoor sport that originated in France, that lets you literally enjoy the canyon to the fullest.
Although it has only been a few decades since canyoning was introduced in Japan, there are many wonderful fields here at “Mori-no-Kuni (Land of Forest)”. In canyoning, you get to fully enjoy waterfalls that you would usually only see from a distance. You can slide down with your friends...
We utilize the natural terrain, so the thrill and the feel of sliding will vary from spot to spot.
Nametoko Gorge offers ginormous slides like the "Yukiwa-no-taki (Yukiwa Waterall)," and also smaller pipe sliders on which you can enjoy the natural terrain to the fullest.
Enjoy the natural waterslides!

You can always have a good time relaxing around the campfire after dinner.
Forget about time and have endless conversations, read your favorite book, or enjoy the company however you'd like.
To accompany the precious moments around the fire, we prepare marshmallows for roasting which is often the children's favorite part of the night.
If you roast them slowly, the outside will be crispy, and the inside will be nice and chewy.
Enjoy the ambient sound of the river as you think back on your exciting day with your friends, loved ones or your family.

The forest in the night is full of excitement.
If you listen carefully, you will hear sounds that you couldn't hear during the day.
They are our friends in the forest that start lurking at night.
Would you like to come join our staff for a walk in the national park at night, something you can only experience if you stay overnight?
We will guide you around with stories about the history of Nametoko Gorge and the beautiful starry sky.

We’ve prepared a tent sauna inside the forest just for you.
We use the natural yomogi leaves for the steam.
It creates a refreshing aroma when poured onto the hot stones.
Once you cool off in the clear waters of the Shimanto headstream,
take a seat by the riverbank and have a long break.
The sound of water, chirping of birds, and aromatic scent of the trees. Wouldn't you like to have a soothing experience that you can't find anywhere else?

One of Japan’s traditional colors, indigo.
Often referred to as “Japan Blue,” captivating people with its vivid and beautiful color.
Would you like to try indigo dyeing at a workshop located in the village right by the Nametoko ravine?
You can create your own unique designs using the dyes made by the Japanese knotweed (Tadeai) and waters from the Shimanto river headstreams.
The changing of colors during the dyeing process would make an unforgettable experience,
making your travels more vibrant.