Mon, Jul 23: Utsue 48 Waterfalls

We took a bus to Kokufer,  
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then walked 3 miles through the countryside were we saw rice paddies and wonderful views of the mountains in the distance...
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and cornfields and a farmer out on his tractor (you'd think we were in Iowa).
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There was a small family cemetery in a lovely serene location across a rice paddy...
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and a small temple.
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The walk took us to the bottom of the Utsue 48 waterfalls. 
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Besides the waterfalls we saw a display of water wheels...
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a lovely tranquil pool...
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and bridges crossing the river.
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Then walked to the top where there were great views of the surrounding mountains.
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The falls were beautiful, and very relaxing.

We then walked down, and walked back 3 miles to the bus stop.

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