Ashizu Gorge extending from Ashizu to Mitaki Dam is a part of the gorge located in the upstream of the Kitamata River in Tottori Prefecture. It is also a part of Hyonosen-Ushiroyama-Nagisan Quasi-National Park. The granite ground was eroded to form a V-shaped gorge surrounded with vertical cliffs. The river bed is dotted with huge rocks that tumbled off the cliff. Composed of various features like torrents, rapids and waterfalls, the gorge is said to be one of the most exquisite views in the country. Among them, the most magnificent is the Mitaki Waterfalls.

The area around the gorge is famous for the primary forest of cedar, beech and oak trees. Tender green, crimson foliage and white snow create different landscapes from season to season. The promenade along the gorge is arranged as a part of Chugoku Natural Trail project. It will be nice to walk through the natural forest and breathe the clear air, listening to babbling streams and birds’ singings.