Choose Your Adventure
A casual canoeing experience in Kansai
The Kyoto Kizugawa River is one of Kyoto's most representative rivers, with a total length of 89 km, originating from Iga in Mie Prefecture.
The Ogawara area is located on the border between Kyoto and Nara prefectures and is famous for its beautiful nature!!! ﾟ+.ﾟ(´▽`人)ﾟ+.ﾟ
Surrounded by mountains, it has an upscale atmosphere,
It is characterized by its gentle flow after passing through Takayama Dam (Tsukigase Dam) and joining the Nabari River.
"Time is the greatest service" - that is the concept of goodRAC adventure
Location & Access
Approximately 90 minutes from Keihanshin.
One of the best canoeing fields in the Kansai region that can be enjoyed on a day trip.
[Meeting place]
Ogawara Canoe House Address: Minami-Ogawara Nishi-kaido, Minamiyamashiro Village, Soraku District, Kyoto Prefecture
JR Ogawara Station (nearest station) Address: 15, Oaza Kitaogawara, Oaza Kakegahara, Minamiyamashiro Village, Soraku District, Kyoto Prefecture
Please allow yourself plenty of time.
If you arrive after the scheduled time, the tour will be automatically cancelled and no refunds will be given (100% cancellation fee).
For safety reasons and to be fair to other customers, please be sure to arrive with plenty of time.
About Us
& Our Safety Commitment
We have been rafting on the Hozu River in Kyoto for about 30 years.
Our local guides, who know this river inside and out and truly love it, will guide you through a safe, authentic and fun rafting experience.
Our company is a certified operator of the Japan Rafting Association (RAJ), the largest rafting organization in Japan, and our representative, Isamu Aoki, serves as the chairman of RAJ.
We have also received the official certification "KROC (Kameoka Riverboat Operator's Certificate)" from the "Hozugawa River Boat Transportation Safety Council" established by Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture.
All equipment is reliable for rapids.
We have a comprehensive safety system in place, with insurance coverage for all participants.
Furthermore, we are involved in safety awareness activities in the local area, and we also value contributing to the local community in terms of tourism and employment.
Our efforts and ideas are
Please check it out on [Instagram], [RAJ official website], and [KROC official website].
You will surely be able to feel their commitment to safety and passion for "seriously having fun."
We want you to think, "It was a really good experience," rather than "It was cheap."
We want to provide you with such a valuable experience.
Safe and secure life jackets
We provide all participants with a highly safe vest-type buoyancy aid (commonly known as a life jacket) designed for whitewater use.
Before participating, staff will carefully fit each person to their physique.
We have a wide range of sizes available, from kids' to adults', so everyone can enjoy the tour with peace of mind.
River shoes
Rental available on-site (400 yen)
You can enjoy the water safely with special shoes that are easy to move in and non-slip. Of course, you can also bring your own sports sandals.
The appeal of goodRAC is that you can enjoy it in your preferred style, whether you come empty-handed or bring your own equipment.
Domestic travel insurance
All plans include "Domestic Travel Accident Insurance" to cover any accidents that may occur during rafting.
・Covers injuries, hospitalization, death, permanent disability, etc. ・Valid only during experiences in Japan
*Please note that medical expenses for hospital visits and treatment are not covered by insurance.
The Real Kyoto. Deep Japan. Your Adventure.
Contact Us
Address
■ Head office address: 10-5 Takamidai, Murano, Hirakata City, Osaka Prefecture
■Based on the Hozu River in Kyoto
1-7-1 Miharu, Shinomachi, Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture
■ Wakayama Base (Suhara Seaside House)
966-1 Suhara, Yuasa-cho, Arida-gun, Wakayama Prefecture
Contact
072-840-5644
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday
9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sunday
9:00 am – 7:00 pm