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Sengataki Falls

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Sengataki Falls

仙娥滝

Yamanashi · Chubu

Sengataki is the 30 m waterfall that marks the head of Shosenkyo Gorge, tumbling through a fault in the granite at the foot of the Kakuenbo pinnacle. Named after a Chinese moon goddess, it is one of Japan's 'Top 100 Waterfalls' and the scenic climax of the gorge walk. The surrounding maples make it a marquee autumn-foliage spot.

Why it's hidden

Many bus tourists photograph the gorge from below and never climb the short path to the falls at its upper end.

Best season
Autumn
Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.4· 136 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Free to visit; parking is also free. The separate Shosenkyo Ropeway is charged (adult round trip ~¥1,300).
Nearest station
Sengataki Station · 8 min walk

Today

Open 24 hours¥1,300

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

Tags

waterfallgorgeautumn foliagegranitenature

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