Nametoko Gorge, which straddles Uwajima City and Matsuno Town in Kitauwa District, Ehime Prefecture, is a beautiful valley located within Ashizuri-Uwakai National Park. It is characterized by a granite riverbed that has been washed clean by years of erosion, and the vast monolithic riverbed known as "Senjojiki" and the "Yukiwa Falls" that flows over a huge monolith are particularly impressive. Yukiwa Falls is a famous waterfall that has been selected as one of the "100 Best Waterfalls in Japan," and the way the clear water flows down the smooth rock surface is truly a work of art created by nature.

There is a walking trail along the valley, where you can enjoy forest bathing and visit various waterfalls and pools of various sizes. The clear water flow and the space surrounded by lush greenery provide healing and peace to visitors. In particular, in the summer, you can touch the cool water of the valley, making it a popular summer resort. In recent years, activities such as canyoning have also become popular, allowing you to experience nature in a more dynamic way.

It's deep in the mountains and takes about a two and a half hour drive from Matsuyama city, or about an hour and a half from Uwajima city.
Prefectural Route 317 is narrow and dangerous in places, so if you're not confident in your driving, it's probably better to take a slight detour and take Prefectural Route 8 then Prefectural Route 270.