Tourist attraction • Nunookiba Hayato, 三島町 Onuma District, Fukushima 969-7406, Japan
Located in Mishima Town, Ona District, Fukushima Prefecture, Mugenkyo no Watashi is a hidden gem for travelers seeking a mystical natural experience. Letting yourself be carried by the gentle flow of the Tadami River, and crossing to the other side in a hand-rowed Japanese boat, this unique experience provides a special time completely disconnected from busy daily life.
True to its name, Mugenkyo, if you are lucky, you might encounter the fantastic sight of river mist. Especially in the early mornings of summer, when the temperature difference is significant, the river mist gives you a sensation of stepping into another world. The sight of the boat quietly moving across the mist-covered river is truly like a painting.
From the boat, you can enjoy not only the majestic flow of the Tadami River but also the surrounding rich natural landscape. Cliffs, waterfalls, and the forest scenery changing with the seasons all please the eye. Additionally, at the remains of the Sango village on the opposite bank, you can see traces of past life and reflect on the history of the region.
The approximately 40-minute boat ride is astonishingly quiet. The only sounds you hear are the splashes of water and the chirping of birds. In this silence, you can focus on the small sounds and movements of nature that you usually overlook. It is indeed a valuable experience to feel nature with all your senses.
Mugenkyo no Watashi is more than just a tourist spot. It offers a special time to distance yourself from daily life and commune with yourself in nature. On the gently flowing river, you will undoubtedly experience the tranquility and emotion rising from the depths of your heart. This unique experience will surely continue to shine with a special glow in your travel memories.