Date: Sep/2025
China (Female, age 40-49)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
It’s really a fantastic event I’ve attended.
Good arrangement and nice service provided us a wonderful experience in kitayam. I think I will come again if I have any chance.
Date: Aug/2025
Germany (Female, age 60-69)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
- No subject -
Date: Aug/2025
Italy (Male, age 30-39)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
Log River rafting
One of the best experiences I have ever had
Date: Aug/2025
Japan (Male, age 40-49)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
- No subject -
Overall the trip was great. The drive down was scenic and beautiful. The rafting trip was fun and easy enough and the views were gorgeous.
Date: Aug/2025
Switzerland (Male, age 50-59)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
Fantastic Tour – Even Better Than Expected
This tour was truly the highlight of our first visit to Japan. Everything was well-organized, and the experience was both exciting and memorable. We do wish there were more English-speaking guides, but thankfully, some kind locals helped translate parts of the tour. Overall, a fantastic experience that we’ll never forget. Highly recommended!
Date: Jul/2025
France (Male, age 30-39)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
Kitayama log rafting
Date: Jul/2025
New Zealand (Female, age 60-69)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
Spectacular
Very enjoyable, fun experience & learned more about Japan traditional rafting.
It's good for people are not use with water rafting.
Friendly staffs
Date: Jul/2025
Canada (Female, age 40-49)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
Wonderful rafting
We had a wonderful day and all agreed that the rafting was the best day of our holiday. It was well organized, the staff were excellent, the scenery was stunning and we thoroughly recommend the experience.
Date: Jul/2025
New Zealand (Female, age 60-69)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
- No subject -
Was a great experience. Scenery was amazing. Went in middle of Summer so wasn't as much water down the river. Would recommend to do it. Different experience
Date: Jun/2025
Spain (Male, age 30-39)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
Amazing
The Kumano and Wakayama areas in general are beautiful, with so much to see and do. The landscapes are unique, and there's so much to see. It's a wonderful place. The only downside is getting there, as the roads sometimes make the trip difficult. But it's so worth it. I'd love to go back.
Date: May/2025
Australia (Male, age 60-69)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
It rained, but it was great!
The tour was probably the most enjoyable thing we did during our 3 weeks in Japan. It is very well organised, from ticket staff, to bus drivers and especially the rafting crew. There was mist and light rain for most of the day - not a major concern as we were going to get wet anyway. The weather conditions added to the ethereal atmosphere and made the tour seem really special. Some waterfalls at various locations were a bonus. The log rafts have a quality construction and are quite stable through the rapids. It was good to see how they're dismantled and transported at the end. Upon return to base, the paid public onsen next to the tourist info centre is highly recommended - just the thing after a long day on the water if you're feeling a little cold. The only negative is some of the winding narrow roads to get there if driving yourself, especially from the terraced rice paddies, which are a tourist attraction in themselves. Overall - we absolutely loved the experience.
Date: May/2025
United States (Female, age 50-59)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
Log rafting Kitayama Gorge
This was a phenomenal experience. I could not imagine a better way celebrating my birthday. Everyone from the registration desk and our guides are great. If you’re in Japan I highly recommend this experience.
Date: May/2025
Taiwan (Male, age 30-39)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
- No subject -
Date: Oct/2024
Hong Kong (Female, age 40-49)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
- No subject -
Date: Sep/2024
United Kingdom (Male, age 30-39)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
Outstanding experience, Really fun!
The landscape was amazing, and during the experience i felt safe without cutting back on the fun and the excitement
Date: Jul/2024
Japan (Female, age 30-39)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge (Ikada-kudari)
Fun
The whole tour was nice and fun. The staff were friendly and helpful. The weather was so hot and it was very kind of them to remind us to bring water with us. Thank you very much.
Date: Jun/2024
United States (Female, age **)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Kitayama Gorge (Ikada-kudari) (Formerly Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge)
Amazing Experience
We had an incredible time log rafting down the river. All aspects were great—communication in advance, check in, safety, and fun. Lots of fun! We absolutely loved the experience. Our guides were great to point out local wildlife, and so we saw lots of animals while floating down the river. Couldn’t recommend more highly.
Date: May/2024
United States (Female, age 20-29)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge (Ikada-kudari)
A unique experience
The log rafting was such a unique experience and really felt one of a kind. The center was easy to find and the staff members were helpful! Limited English but still easy to understand what they needed from us. The boatmen were great at their craft and made the 1 hr + journey a joy to be on. The Dorokyo gorge is truly a sight to see. Would highly recommend to others and will definitely bring my family back to experience!
Date: May/2024
Malaysia (Male, age 30-39)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge (Ikada-kudari)
- No subject -
The gorge was beautiful, photos/videos don’t do it justice! Really impressed with their skill and that they have preserved this tradition
Date: May/2024
United Kingdom (Male, age 60-69)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge (Ikada-kudari)
- No subject -
Date: Oct/2023
Australia (Female, age 50-59)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge (Ikada-kudari)
Fun way to see the gorge
We caught the bus from Shingu and it was a beautiful scenic drive. The log rafting was great fun and suitable for all ages. Most of the instructions and information was in Japanese but our boatmen made every effort to explain things in English as well.The gorge is stunning and definitely worth seeing. It was very hot in September and I recommend wearing a hat. You can take your phone or camera in a dry bag and the rafts have a water bottle holder. If you get the local bus you will be there for the whole day but there is a store where we bought lunch and drinks. Great day out.
Date: Sep/2023
United States (Male, age **)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge (Ikada-kudari)
- No subject -
Date: Sep/2023
Japan (Male, age 60-69)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge (Ikada-kudari)
- No subject -
船頭さんの話が楽しくて、川下りもとても面白かったです。
Date: Sep/2023
Hong Kong (Male, age **)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge (Ikada-kudari)
Nice and relax activity
Date: Aug/2023
Hong Kong (Female, age 30-39)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge (Ikada-kudari)
it was super nice
we love the beautiful scene, the politness and kindness of the staff and the raft eperience ! we will definitely recommend our friends to join. Thanks for the wonderful experience !
Cheers from Hong Kong!
Date: Jul/2023
United States (Male, age 50-59)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge (Ikada-kudari)
Great Trip
The experience was something I will never forget.
Date: May/2023
Canada (Female, age **)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge (Ikada-kudari)
Gorgeous view and tour for the whole family
The view is stunning and the log rafting is nothing like white water rafting. This is a baby white water rafting and suitable for all family members as long as you can handle stairs
Date: Aug/2022
Japan (Female, age 20-29)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge (Ikada-kudari)
Freindly Staff, Beautiful Tour
The staff at the tourist center were so lovely and sweet! They did their best to explain in English and the rafting itself was amazing!
Date: Sep/2021
Japan (Male, age **)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge (Ikada-kudari)
Dorokyo Gorge
Felt safe the whole time but it was exhilarating traveling down the rapids in the raft. Guides could speak a little English. Only things is I wish they could have an English speaking guide to explain the gorge. Unique experience and would highly recommend it.
Date: Jul/2020
Japan (Female, age **)
Plan:
Log Rafting in Dorokyo Gorge (Ikada-kudari)
Great fun and very unique experience!
Great fun riding down the river, be prepared to get wet when you hit the rapids! On the river for around 2 hours. Scenery is beautiful, with the raft going at a leisurely pace to take it all in when you’re not standing up for the rapids. Highly recommend.
Date: Oct/2019
Hong Kong (Female, age **)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
Date: Sep/2019
Hong Kong (Male, age 60-69)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
Wonderful trip
Wonderful and interesting trip. Staff very helpful. Recommended
Date: Sep/2019
Australia (Female, age **)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
Beautiful experience
This was a fun & lovely experience. Log rafting is a more family friendly version of white water rafting, where the professionals steer the raft for you and you can just relax and enjoy the ride. The scenery is breathtaking and I wish I brought along a camera to capture it (I was worried it would get wet but a plastic cover would've been enough). The rafters only speak Japanese, so unfortunately missed on the insight they were giving about rafting & the history of the area. But overall a wonderful experience, and definitely worth the trip.
Date: Sep/2019
Hong Kong (Female, age 50-59)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: August
- No subject -
Date: Sep/2019
Hong Kong (Female, age 30-39)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
Good Experience to try :)
It’s nice to have a very clear & vert strong sunshine on that day, river is very cool. Everybody feel exciting before going to the log rafting.
We may have a little over expectation to the log rafting, actually the river is not that rapid, and most of the time is very calm and stable. So we no need to worry about getting wet during the trip.
We truly appreciate and admire the men who is responsible to drive the direction of the log rafting. It is really a not easy job to be done.
Date: Sep/2019
Hong Kong (Female, age **)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: August
- No subject -
Date: Sep/2019
Hong Kong (Male, age 40-49)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: August
Interesting experience
It's very interesting tour experiencing how wood transfer in the past.
The "rafters" are experience and told stories/special points in the tour (it would be more better if I know Japanese ^_^;). They are also friendly that asking our kids to try rafting.
Date: Aug/2019
Hong Kong (Male, age **)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
Date: Aug/2019
Japan (Female, age 50-59)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: August
Fun and exciting
We had a great time log rafting down the river. The staff was professional and friendly. They even provided complimentary drinks for the trip. The bus ride to/from the Park was free for log rafting customers which was nice! The only downside is that we had to kill 3 hrs until the bus came to pick us up and there are no restaurants nearby.
Date: Aug/2019
Hong Kong (Female, age 40-49)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: August
- No subject -
Date: Aug/2019
Hong Kong (Male, age **)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
It's very exciting!
I like to put my legs into the water. The water is cool.
The view is beautiful!
Date: Jul/2019
Taiwan (Female, age **)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
The exciting log rafting
It was my first time to be on the log raft. The view there was very beautiful. The river was clean and the staff was very friendly.
Date: Jul/2019
Hong Kong (Female, age 20-29)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
Unforgettable experience
Nice scenery. Exciting.
Reasonable charge. We also bought a photo. (1000 yen)
We drove to there. It was a difficult driving route. Suggest only experienced driver to drive to the destination.
Date: Jul/2019
Hong Kong (Female, age 40-49)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
Great arrangement and nice trip
Besides booking confirmation took a bit longer time, the trip was wonderful and would recommend to everyone.
Date: Jul/2019
Taiwan (Female, age 40-49)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
Absolutely Worth of Trying
So touched they still try to preserve the tradition and we get to try this kind of living style nowadays! View in the gorge was stunning! Definitely worth of trying at least once in a lifetime.
Date: Jul/2019
Hong Kong (Female, age 50-59)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
It was fun and one of a kind!
The gentleman at the tourist centre is friendly and courteous upon our registration. A bus took us to the river where the raft was ready and the staff were all pleasant, helpful and lively. There were about 5 turbulences to experience, other than that was scene appreciation on the raft. The rafting took maybe 1.5 hours. We were taken back by bus to the tourist centre. Great pictures were taken and we were delighted to purchase for keepsake! Little or no English was spoken but it was fun and we enjoyed the log rafting very much! Would recommend it!
Date: Jun/2019
Japan (Female, age **)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
Date: Jun/2019
Malaysia (Female, age 20-29)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
The activity was fun - just a slight hiccup as the original morning session was cancelled (only found out when I reached there) and had to join the afternoon one, which has a tighter schedule since the bus back to Kumanoshi was almost right after.
Date: Jun/2019
Hong Kong (Male, age 30-39)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
A very nice trip
Nice view, Nice trip, Nice person
Date: May/2019
Hong Kong (Female, age 30-39)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
Date: May/2019
Macao (Male, age 30-39)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
Good trial
The game is not exciting as i expected before. Pants and shoes be wet .
Date: May/2019
Hong Kong (Male, age **)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
Beautiful and fun journey
We have totally four persons joined the log rafting. (My parents, myself and nephew)
We all felt fun and great for the experience.
The river water is cool and calm mostly. And the drop is fun every time!
The staff paddle it so well, it is not a easy task. Respect!
Date: May/2019
Hong Kong (Female, age **)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
beautiful scene
nice weather
not exciting as expected
the photos we bought were not in good quality
Date: May/2019
Japan (Female, age **)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
Date: May/2019
Hong Kong (Male, age 60-69)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
Wonderful Experience
Really enjoyed the experience. Good arrangement. Friendly staff. Highly recommended.
Date: Dec/2018
United States (Female, age 30-39)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
We appreciated the helpful customer service provided by Fumiko when we were trying to book the tour; she did her best to make sure that we made appropriate arrangements in order to get to the tour on time. The office staff was friendly and adequately explained instructions before the tour started, and the rafting itself was very exciting. We've recommended the experience to all our friends.
Date: Aug/2018
Hong Kong (Male, age 40-49)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: August
- No subject -
Date: Aug/2018
United States (Male, age 40-49)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: August
Kitayama log rafting
This was the highlight of our Japan trip. My wife and daughter loved the safe adventure and the spectacular scenery. Thank you! Arrigato Gousaimas.
Date: Jul/2018
Hong Kong (Male, age 50-59)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
Date: Jul/2018
United States (Male, age 40-49)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
Wonderful experience
Our family really enjoyed this rafting trip. Part of the adventure was getting up to the Kitayama village! Roads are great, but the last 5 km is single lane, super-curvy road that gave us a taste of what was there before. The rafting staff were excellent. There are about 5 or 6 rapids - nothing scary, but definitely exciting. In-between, there was wonderful scenery, and opportunity to cool off in the river. We went in mid-July (which may not matter, since the river is downstream from a dam, and its flow thus regulated). On return, there is a nice restaurant for lunch (but closes at 3 pm, so plan accordingly). Highly recommended!
Date: Jul/2018
Hong Kong (Male, age **)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
Log rafting
Date: Jul/2018
Singapore (Male, age 50-59)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
New experience.. however could have auto English translation machine like(like ear phone ).
Date: Jul/2018
Singapore (Female, age 20-29)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
Arigatogozaimashita
Thank you so much for helping with our planning!
Date: Jul/2018
Hong Kong (Female, age 50-59)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
The raft and online payment method
The raft is very interesting and staff is very nice, but the online payment methods was outdated.
Date: Jun/2018
United States (Female, age **)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
Log Rafting
stunning. love to do it again. friendly
Date: Jun/2018
Hong Kong (Male, age 60-69)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
Date: Jun/2018
Hong Kong (Female, age **)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
Dear Friends,
It is so happy to let us leave words on your guest Book!
This is our first attempt to enjoy the stunning views on the beautiful river, clear water, hills, flowers, rocks, deer as well as falcon in the sky!
And we would like to thanks those rafting masters to travel along with us and keep us safe on the journey!
We hope to come again very soon!
Best regards,
Hazel Ho
Date: Jun/2018
Spain (Male, age 50-59)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
FANTASTIC
One of the best activity in Japan. We recommend it everyone.
Fun, wonderfull and very wet, over all if you are first in the line.
Date: Oct/2017
Hong Kong (Female, age **)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
Log Rafting
Very interesting, special activity,enjoyable. But the price a little bit high.
Date: Sep/2017
Indonesia (Female, age 30-39)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
Nice experience
Nice experience to tried log rafting kumano travel. But it will be more good if have english guide/speaker in tour and have many photo in tour like photo grup tour & photo when river very slowly to take view of the mountain. The tour have idea to give lunch because difficult to solo travel to find restaurant to eat around there, 2 hours wait bus without lunch or something is very waste time to traveller if not go with family.
Date: Sep/2017
Hong Kong (Male, age 40-49)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
Date: Sep/2017
Thailand (Female, age 20-29)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
Total disappointment
If you are looking for that bucket list adventure then save your time and money. This area is extremely difficult to get to, requiring hours upon hours of travel, overnight planning, etc. I did all this, at a considerable expense, just to check off that bucket list item and have a once in a lifetime experience. Bottom line is that you spend about an hour on the Gorge and about 5 minutes of it going through 9 (call it 4 real) rapids. If you want an interesting and scenic way to experience the gorge then this is definitely it, but don't come here expecting adventure or excitement. The actual experience of rafting the river on a log raft was cool, but its slow and boring for the most part. My 71 year old mother went and at no point did she feel the true excitement of white water rafting which i have done in several places around the world. These are class 1 rapids, maybe a couple of class 2 but the time between rapids is too long and the pace too slow.
Date: Sep/2017
Hong Kong (Female, age 20-29)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
Traditional lig rafting
The experience is unique and unforgettable, rafting on tradiional logs - would be even better if there was on-site translation, as we were very interested in knowing the history and how they worked.
Date: Aug/2017
Hong Kong (Female, age 30-39)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
Date: Aug/2017
Taiwan (Male, age **)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
Date: Jul/2017
Hong Kong (Female, age **)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: August
- No subject -
It was a very nice experience. Drifting along the river, enjoying the view of the trees and mountain beside, felt comfy.
Date: Jun/2017
Hong Kong (Female, age 20-29)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
- No subject -
Date: Jun/2017
Australia (Female, age **)
Plan:
10:40 Departure: May, June, July, September
Easy to use but a slight delay with enquiries
The process was easy and straightforward. We even contacted staff to ask for changing dates outside the deadline due to special circumstances and they were happy to help. The trip was smooth, although the staff at the Kitayama Tourist Centre do not speak much English, we managed to do the tour. One thing should be noted is that the log rafting tour guides only speak Japanese throughout the tour which was a shame because we would have liked to understand what they were saying, especially when it came to being safe on the water as well as the history of the river. But everywhere in Japan is like this, especially in the villages. We were not aware.
Date: Jul/2016
Singapore (Female, age 20-29)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
First time and loved it!
Staff didn't really speak English but that did not matter, they were also very nice. Just follow what everyone else is doing! Cool experience. Recommend wearing a hat and putting on sun cream as you'll be under the sun the whole time.
Date: Jul/2016
Hong Kong (Female, age **)
Plan:
13:00 Departure: May, June, July, September
Very fun activity
Very traditional rafting, good experience and it was very fun.
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