Category Kansai

Odaigahara Driveway

The Ōdaigahara Driveway is a scenic mountain road in Nara Prefecture, connecting Kamikitayama Village to the Ōdaigahara trailhead and parking area.The total length is approximately 28 km, climbing from about 1,000 m to 1,570 m above sea level.It branches off…

Koya-Ryujin skyline

The Koya-Ryujin Skyline is a mountain road connecting Mount Koya in Wakayama Prefecture to Ryujin Village in Tanabe City, stretching about 42 km in length.It winds through the Kii Mountain Range along high ridgelines, offering spectacular panoramic views at altitudes…

Hieizan Driveway

Route Overview The Hieizan Driveway is a toll road connecting Otsu City in Shiga and Sakyo Ward in Kyoto.It takes you from the base to near the top of Mt. Hiei.The main road is about 8.1 km long, starting at…

Ibukiyama Driveway

The Ibukiyama Driveway is a scenic toll road stretching about 17 km from Maibara City in Shiga Prefecture up to the 9th Station near the summit of Mount Ibuki.It climbs rapidly from the mountain’s lower slopes to around 1,260 meters…

Arashiyama–Takao parkway

Route Overview The Arashiyama–Takao Parkway is a toll road in Kyoto City.It connects the popular tourist area Arashiyama with the nature-rich area Takao.The total length is about 10.7 km.The road goes through forests, and there are spots with great views…

Okubiwako parkway

Route Overview Located in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture, the Oku-Biwako Parkway is an approximately 18.8 km one-way touring route. This scenic road runs along the northern tip of Lake Biwa, offering stunning lake views throughout. It’s known for cherry blossoms…

Tajima kaigan road (Tajima isaribi line)

Route Overview Located in northern Hyogo Prefecture, the Tajima Coastal Road—also known as the “Tajima Isaribi Line”—is a scenic touring route stretching approximately 70 km from Kami Town to Takeno in Toyooka City. It runs along a rugged ria coastline,…

Nara-okuyama driveway

Route Overview This article introduces the touring route along the Nara Okuyama Driveway, which winds through Mt. Wakakusa, Mt. Takamado, and the Kasugayama Primeval Forest in Nara City.The total distance is about 13 km, making it a short but scenic…

Aoyama kogen road

Route Overview This route introduces the Aoyama Highland Road, which stretches from Tsu City to Iga City in Mie Prefecture.The road spans approximately 22 km, winding along the ridge of the Aoyama Highlands at around 800 meters elevation.It’s one of…