Outdoors

Although it’s most famous for Tsujun Bridge, there’s much more to see and do in Yamato. Have a few ideas in mind before you go to make the most of your time in the town. 1. Tsujun Bridge The reason Tsujun Bridge is famous is that it dates back to 1854 and is still a functional aqueduct. Plus, it’s surrounded by beautiful scenery. Water is released from the aqueduct on weekends at 1:00 p.m. and sometimes also when tour groups visit who have paid in advance for the show. 2. Gorogataki Waterfall After Tsujun Bridge, the main reason people visit Yamato is Gorogataki Waterfall. It is more expansive than you may expect from looking at photos and is surrounded by a beautiful forest that rarely becomes crowded. 3. Yabekyo Hiking Trail You can visit both Tsujun Bridge and Gorogataki Waterfall by walking the Yabekyo hiking trail. The advantage of walking this trail is it will take you across a suspension bridge that passes over the Gorogataki Waterfall, where you’ll have the best views. You’ll also visit Fuda Shrine, which is dedicated to Yasunosuke Fuda — the creator of Tsujun Bridge. 4. Heitate Jingu Shrine Many people report experiencing a sense…