Layered rock formations at a beautiful gorge along the Arakawa river reminded ancient Japanese of stacked tatami mats, so they named this place Iwadatami (rock tatami mat). Only a few minutes walk from Nagatoro Station, Iwadatami is designated a Natural Park of Saitama. You can enjoy a pleasant walk along the bank. The flat rock layers make natural paths and steps. If you are feeling more adventurous, you can ride one of the wooden boats through the river rapids.
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Nagatoro Iwadatami
Layered rock formations at a beautiful gorge in Saitama
By Cathy Cawood
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Preethu
7 years ago
Awesome!! Want to ride that boat. Love your pics, esp. the first one.
Thank you!
Elena Lisina
7 years ago
We have the same rocks in the region where I live - the Ural Mountains!
Actually, there are some in NZ too, named 'Pancake Rocks'.
Elena Lisina
7 years ago
OH! New Zealand for me sounds as fantastic as Moon! )))
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