The route starts by heading along the great Yodogawa river and then takes a turn into gorgeous rural Nara. Following the Kizu river into the heart of one of the cultural capitals of Japan you'll experience deer, Nara park, agricultural fields and the almighty beauty of Todaiji - one of the outstanding temples in all of Japan.
Details
Distance: 100km
Elevation Gain: 932m
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Points of Interest
River System
Explore the Yodogawa and Kizu rivers which are important river-ways running through the heart of Osaka, Nara and Kyoto.
Deer
Take a well-earned break at Nara park and meet some of the local inhabitants. They roam freely as meesangers of the Shinto Gods.