Discover Eniwa: Nature, Waterfalls and Culture

Eniwa offers a range of travel highlights: nature trails and waterfalls, gardens, regional produce and archaeological finds. In the municipality of Eniwa-shi, you can choose which of these interests to focus on. If you’re looking for a holiday rental, it helps to first decide which experiences you want to shape your stay.

Nature Trails and Waterfalls

Midorino Furusato Forest Park covers 37.8 hectares. It has the “Forest Trim Adventure” obstacle course and a nature observation trail. These offer two different ways to spend time outdoors: the course is for active pursuits, while the trail invites you to observe nature.

Eniwa Gorge is accessible from Eniwa’s urban area via Prefectural Route 117, about 18 kilometres away, or around 25 minutes by car. There are no buses or other public transport services to the gorge. There is no parking at Sandan Falls, the first waterfall you’ll see; drivers should continue to the car park at Rarumanai Falls or the car park at Hakusen Falls. These details may change, so check them before setting out.

Sandan Falls cascades down three white tiers through Eniwa Gorge. Hakusen is 15 metres high and 18 metres wide, resembling a graceful white fan. These two descriptions highlight different aspects of the gorge’s scenery.

Gardens and Active Experiences

The garden area at Hanafuru comprises seven gardens, each with its own concept. At Eniwa Lake Free Plaza, you can go for walks, have a barbecue and enjoy day camping. Outdoor activities range from landscaped garden areas to a variety of pursuits at the plaza.

For an adventure among the treetops, Forest Adventure・Eniwa offers an experience for children and adults. The adventure course has 35 activities at five stations; the canopy course offers 23 activities at three stations. These figures let you compare the scale of the two courses. Check the latest operating details before your visit.

Regional Produce and Flavours

At Hana Road Eniwa, a digital tourist information display provides information about attractions and dining establishments and can be switched to one of five languages. Offerings include soft-serve ice cream, drinks, bread made with regional ingredients and curry with “Konayuki Tonton” pork raised on farms in Eniwa-shi. Hana Road Eniwa is located at the junction of National Route 36 and the Izari River, where salmon swim upstream.

The Kanona direct sales stand reopened in April 2020. It sells fresh vegetables, wild mountain vegetables and flowers from around 70 producers, mainly from Eniwa-shi. Murakami Farm offers a seasonal dairy experience that includes milking and butter-making. The drive from New Chitose Airport takes about 30 minutes; journey times may vary. Keep its seasonal focus in mind when planning your farm visit.

Archaeological Finds and History

Founded in 1990, the Eniwa City Historical Museum preserves numerous archaeological finds from ruins. It also displays household items and agricultural tools from the Meiji period donated by local residents. A lacquered comb takes you further back in time: it was made in the late Jōmon period, around 3,000 years ago, and excavated at the Karinba Ruins. The museum brings together finds from different periods.

When choosing a holiday rental, compare it with your travel plans: if Eniwa Gorge is a must-see, factor the drive into your plans. For other priorities, nature observation, gardens, regional produce or the museum collections may be the deciding factor.

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