Unazuki DamCompleted in 2001, this is the newest dam in the Kurobe Gorge area.
It is a multipurpose dam designed for flood control, electric power generation and other
aims.
Shin-Yanagawara Power PlantThis hydroelectric power station that resembles an
ancient European castle is located on the shores of Lake Unazuki.
Shin-Yamabiko BridgeAfter leaving Unazuki Station the Torokko Electric Train
first crosses a bright crimson steel bridge. The name (yamabiko) was earned by the fact that
the sound of the train passing by echoes in the hot springs town.
Kuronagi Area
Sightseeing spot
Kuronagi Onsen"Kuronagi Hot Spring"
Aqueduct Bridge
※It is not possible to cross on foot.
Atobiki Bridge At a height of 60 meters and a length of 64 meters, this bridge
spans the steepest and deepest valley along the rail line. The name is derived from the
belief that previously mountain climbers would inch backwards away (atobiki) when they came
face-to-face with such a seemingly bottomless valley.
※It is not possible to cross on foot.
Kanetsuri Area
Sightseeing spot
Kanetsuri Kawara (Riverside Open-Air Hot Springs)At this spot you can enjoy
both the limpid waters of the Kurobe River and a secluded hot spring. The waters that gush
out in the outdoor bathing area alongside the river are justly famed. (Kanetsuri Station→500
meters, around 15 min.) *After 4:00 p.m. use of this hot spring is limited to overnight
guests.
Stone bath
Kurobe Mannen Yuki(Kurobe Perpetual Snow)
※Depending on the amount of snow accumulation and weather conditions, it
may melt.
Keyakidaira Area
Okukane BridgeTraveling from Keyakidaira Station in the direction of Babadani
Onsen you will encounter this vermillion-lacquered bridge spanning the main course of the
Kurobe River. The view enjoyed from this 34-meter-high bridge is simply breathtaking.
(Keyakidaira Station→ around 5 min.)
Sightseeing spot
Riverside Viewing Platform,Foot Bath From this viewing platform, you can enjoy
the marvelous sights of Mt. Okukane and Okukane Bridge. And if you want to get rid of travel
fatigue, be sure to make a beeline for the foot bath.
Hitokui Iwa"People-eating Crag"This craggy face resembling an open mouth has a
truly formidable presence. As its name (“People-eating Crag”) would suggest, it seems poised
to devour passersby. (Keyakidaira Station→ around 10 min.)
Sarutobikyo Observation PlatformWhen autumn arrives, this hot spring hidden
away in the great outdoors is surrounded by the pageantry of leaves tinted in autumn colors.
(Keyakidaira Station→3km, around 60 min.)
Keyakidaira-onsen: Sarutobi Sanso
Keyakidaira-onsen is located at the entrance of Sarutobi Promenade and is the closest hot
spring to Keyakidaira Station.You can enjoy breathtaking scenery at the junction of the
Kurobe River and the Babadani River.Sarutobi Sanso has an open-air bath with a fine view and
accepts day-use guests.About 10-minute walk from Keyakidaira Station. Please confirm
business days before visiting, by making a call or dropping by Kurobe Tourist Information
Center.
Meiken-onsen
Meiken-onsen stands on a cliff along the Babadani River, and its open-air bath is full of
wildness.They serve enjoyable dishes with mountain vegetables and river fish.They accept
day-use guests.About 20-minute walk from Keyakidaira Station. Please confirm business days
before visiting, by making a call or dropping by Kurobe Tourist Information Center.
Babadani-onsen
Babadani-onsen is the source of Sarutobi Sanso, Meiken-onsen and Kawara Footbath. Hot water
is gushing out at 'Babadani Jigoku'. Babadani-onsen's open air bath has the good view and
you can enjoy the very nature.They accept day-use guests. About 60-minute walk from
Keyakidaira Station. Please confirm business days before visiting, by making a call or
dropping by Kurobe Tourist Information Center.