Oyasukyo Gorge in Yuzawa is a steep, dramatic ravine where jets of scalding steam and hot water hiss straight from the cliff faces — a raw display of the region’s volcanic energy. A riverside walkway lets you feel the heat up close, and it’s at its most spectacular among the fiery maples of mid-to-late October.
🗓️ At a Glance
| Location | Yuzawa, Akita |
| Hours | Walkway daytime (best autumn) |
| Admission | Free |
| Time needed | About 1 hour |
| Best time | Mid–late October (autumn) |
What to See
- Jets of scalding steam hissing from the cliffs.
- The riverside walkway through the ravine.
- Hot-spring inns using the natural steam.
- Fiery autumn maples in October.
Combine Your Visit
- Warm up with Inaniwa udon nearby in Yuzawa.
- Join an Akita sake brewing experience .
- Read our Akita overview .
Getting There
- By car: in Yuzawa, southern Akita.
- By train + bus: JR to Yuzawa, then bus to Oyasukyo.
Tips
Take care near the steam vents — the water is genuinely scalding. Combine it with a hot-spring stay and Yuzawa’s famous Inaniwa udon.
