Shomyo Falls

With water crashing down from a height of 350 meters and sending up a mass of spray, Shomyo Falls—the highest waterfall in Japan—is an impressive sight. When the flow of water in the rivers increases, another waterfall (Hannoki Falls) appears to the right of Shomyo Falls, and when the flow is really high several other, smaller waterfalls also appear nearby, which makes for a truly amazing spectacle. Hannoki Falls can only be seen in spring, when the snow-melt from the Tateyama mountain range leads to an increased flow of water.

Spot details

Address: Toyama Pref. Nakanikawaguntateyamamachi Ashikuraji Map
Area: Tateyama Area
Hours: [Hours of passable roads]
[Early May-June., Sep.- Nov.] 7:00-18:00
[July- Aug.] 6:00-19:00
Closed: Winter (* Impassable due to snowfall)
Fees: Free
Parking Lot: Available 247spaces
※Free