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Kamo Shoyu Torisoba / Duck Soy Sauce Chicken Soba / Ramen The most popular eatery in Hongu-cho is Torisoba Shimojibashi. While it is a ramen shop specializing in chicken-based broth, the recommended dish is the "Duck Soy Sauce Chicken Soba"—a bowl where the rich fat of the duck and the sweetness of the scallions meld into a special chicken stock soy sauce soup. Be prepared to wait in line on weekends and public holidays.

Dorokyo Gorge is a stunningly beautiful canyon located within Yoshino-Kumano National Park, stretching across the borders of Wakayama, Nara, and Mie prefectures. Formed over millions of years by the erosion of the Kitayama River, the gorge is famous for its breathtaking contrast between towering 50-meter-high cliffs, uniquely shaped giant rocks, and mysterious emerald-green waters. Doro-kyo Gorge is a mecca for river activities, perfect for river kayaking and packrafting.