Best trails in Meiji-no-mori Mino Quasi-national Park
Meiji-no-Mori-Mino National Park is a quasi-national park located in the mountains at an altitude of approximately 100 to 600 meters above sea level in the northern part of Minoh City, and is known for its beautiful scenery. A valley runs through the forest from the park's symbol, the magnificent Minoo Falls, and the park is home to over 980 species of plants and over 3,000 species of insects. It is a valuable natural forest and also the western starting point of the Tokai Nature Trail.
The changes in the natural landscape each season are a feast for the eyes of those who visit here. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom profusely, and in summer, a lush forest welcomes visitors. In the winter, the frost-covered trees are beautiful, and in the golden autumn, the red and yellow leaves create a wonderful scenery. Mt. Minoh has long been known as a sacred place for mountain Buddhism, and is home to Takianji Temple (Minoji Temple), a famous place for Shugendo.
Families can visit the insect museum on their way to the falls. In addition to nearly 10,000 insect specimens, there are over 200 butterflies of about 30 different species flying around in the facility's large greenhouse and butterfly garden.