Royu Driveway, beautiful scenary in each season

Royu Driveway conects Ashiya City to Arima Onsen, as known the hot spring resort located Suburbs of Kansai and also famous for the frequent visits of TAIKO HIDEYOSHI (Toyotomi Hideyoshi: retired regent) in the 16th century. It is a safe road with a total length of 10 km that drive in about 20 minutes in the scenery surrounded by the nature of Mt.Rokko in the “Seto Inland Sea National Park” Eastside Area. “Seto Inland Sea National Park” is one of the first national parks to be designated in Japan, along with Unzen and Kirishima in 1934.  Extending over 11 prefectures and covering a total area of 900,000 hectares including the sea area, the Setonaikai National Park prides itself on being Japan’s largest national park. ※Click here for the highlights of Setonaikai National Park
You can enjoy a slow and comfortable driving while seeing seasonal landscapes, such as cherry trees, new green leaves, hydrangeas, autumn foliage, and snowscape. With relatively little traffic, you will be able to drive smoothly and arrive at your destination as planned. Along the way, there is East Rokko Observation Platform located at an altitude of 646 meters, from which you can see a breathtaking panoramic view of the Osaka Plain, Osaka Bay, and Port of Kobe to the west unfolding before your eyes. The view was also chosen as one of the “Top 100 Night Views” and “Night View Heritages of Japan.” It is also known as a location for the TV drama “Hanzawa Naoki,” and is famous for its beautiful night view, which can be enjoyed from inside the car.