Ena Gorge

Ena Gorge (恵那峡, Ena-kyō) is a river valley located at the mid reaches of the Kiso River, which runs through the cities of Ena and Nakatsugawa in Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Ena Gorge was so named by Shiga Shigetaka, a geographer of that time who praised the harmony of the mysteriously shaped rocks, which appeared to be continuous with the lakeside vista of Ōi Dam. It is situated in Ena Gorge Prefectural Park. The mysteriously shaped rock formations are prominent throughout. Byobu Rock, Gunkan Rock, Shishi Rock, Kagami Rock, and more can be seen, and there are jet boats that afford passengers a closer look at the rocks. This is also a very important place geologically. There is a Mineral Museum. The area also thrives as a vacation spot with close proximity to the Nagoya Metropolitan area. Ena-kyo Ohashi Bridge spans Ena Gorge.