What other travelers are saying about Irohazaka Winding Road
Beautiful stretch of scenery all along the curvature of this road. The fall foliage was spectacular throughout the whole drive. Plenty of scenic spots to pull over and enjoy on your route. Highly recommend!
The name "Irohazaka" comes from the Japanese syllabary "Iroha," which was used as a form of alphabet order in ancient Japan. The road originally had 48 hairpin turns, each named after one of the syllables in the Iroha poem, symbolizing the progression through the alphabet.
Yes, popular spots like Akechidaira Observatory provide views of Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji.
Yes, the Irohazaka Winding Road is the primary route to access several of Nikko’s key attractions, including Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji, and the Oku-Nikko area. The road connects the lower town of Nikko to the mountainous region above.
The drive through the Irohazaka Winding Road typically takes about 30 to 45 minutes, depending on traffic and how many stops you make at observation points.
