【Hozu White Water Rafting Journal】

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This time, we had two women, nicknames are Tomo and Amigo.They enjoyed white water rafting on the Hozu River near Kyoto.

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At the age of 53, I had my first rafting experience. I had a stereotype that rafting was something for young people, and to be honest, I was a bit nervous at first. But, however, it was a lot of fun!

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With the rafting guide’s guidance, we were ready to go down the river…paddling down the huge rapids. I felt like Indiana Jones.

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We squatted, lay down, swam, etc., as the guide told us to… Thanks to the guide, who knows the river and knows how to make it exciting, we had a safe and enjoyable time. Our Nepalese guide was also friendly. He was a strong and reliable guide who could be counted on no matter what happened.

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Even though my physical strength was a little less than that of a young man, I was able to enjoy a safe and enjoyable rafting experience. I was a bit nervous about the half-day course and thought, “What? Already finished?

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Anyway, the scenery was great, the rapids were powerful, and I want to go back next year! I recommend Hozugawa rafting! It’s also interesting to take the train back home at the end of the day, it’s a great feeling. LOL!