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Seasonal canyon beauty\u2014cherry blossoms in spring, deep greenery in summer, autumn leaves in fall, and snowscapes in winter\u2014can be enjoyed from the river&#8217;s perspective, making it very popular among adventurous travelers. It is a top activity to personally feel the power of Japan&#8217;s rich nature as the finale of Arashiyama sightseeing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Descending about 16km of the canyon from Kameoka to Arashiyama over approximately 2 hours, &#8220;Hozugawa River Boat Ride&#8221; is one of Japan&#8217;s largest scale boat rides combining thrills and magnificent views. The skill of experienced boatmen navigating through rocks using only a single pole is a sight to behold, with dynamic landscapes like unique rocks and deep pools continuing along the way. Seasonal canyon beauty\u2014cherry blossoms in spring, deep greenery in summer, autumn leaves in fall, and snowscapes in winter\u2014can be enjoyed from the river&#8217;s perspective, making it very popular among adventurous travelers. 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