Ena Gorge (Enakyo) is carved by the Kiso River and backed by Enakyo Reservoir, creating mirror-like reflections of its vivid autumn canopy from early November. The gorge walls rise up to 100 m and are densely covered in Japanese maples, oaks, and zelkovas that shift from green to deep crimson within a matter of days. Pleasure boat cruises operate seasonally, allowing passengers to drift beneath the overhanging foliage for close-up views impossible from the shore trails. A riverside ryokan district offers overnight stays with open-air baths overlooking the autumn colours.
- Type
- Venue
- Category
- Autumn Leaves
- Season
- Autumn
- Month
- Early to Mid November
- Region
- Chubu
- Prefecture
- Gifu
- City
- Ena
Highlights
- ◆Reservoir reflections doubling the visual impact of autumn colour
- ◆Seasonal pleasure boat cruises beneath the gorge walls
- ◆Up to 100 m sheer cliffs draped in red and orange maple
- ◆Riverside ryokan district with outdoor baths
- ◆Easily accessible from Nagoya in under 90 minutes