The “Crown Road” National Route 417 tunnel at Kanzan Pass opened recently, but there is a road you should stop by on your way out for a drive.
Road overview
The tunnel is the most distinctive feature of this section.
A structure that makes you want to take photos.
And a steep forest road.
It is located in the northwest area of the Nobi Plain, and is an area where you can easily feel the “end of civilization” from Nagoya.
Driving scenery
The road along the dam, which had continued in a straight line using tunnels and bridges, suddenly appeared at an intersection.
Turn east at the intersection on this bridge.
At first, the tunnel is two lanes wide, but it quickly becomes steep.
The comfortable road ends here.
It was impossible to see the roadside due to fallen leaves, and the width from side to side was only about the width of one car.
You will run in fear of what will happen if you get a flat tire.
This tunnel is quite distinctive, but of course you cannot pass each other inside.
There are no traffic lights, so you’ll have to enter carefully to make sure there aren’t any oncoming cars.
East of the tunnel, the road is slightly wider, and erosion from fallen leaves is minimal, making it easier to drive.
This spot is wide enough that you can barely pass each other, and you’ll want to get off and take a photo, even if you’re aware of the risk of getting in trouble.
After going about 80% of the way, the visibility suddenly improves and a long straight line continues.
If the situation is favorable, it seems like it can flow at a considerable speed.
There are traces of a collapsed village in this area.
There aren’t many spots around here where you can take a restroom break, so you might want to stop by the “Roadside Station Usuzumi Sakura no Sato Neo.”
