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Shomyo Falls
称名滝Toyama · Chubu
Shomyo Falls plunges 350 m in four tiers, making it the tallest waterfall in Japan and a designated Natural Monument. In spring snowmelt a second cascade, the 500 m seasonal Hannoki Falls, appears alongside it, and the pair briefly rank among the highest in the world. A paved path leads to a viewing bridge at the base.
- Best season
- Spring
- Crowd level
- Hidden gem
- Rating
- 4.6· 99 reviews
- Opening hours
- Seasonal — see below
- Admission
- Free to visit; parking is also free (247 spaces). ~30 min walk from the car park to the falls; access road closed in winter.
- Nearest station
- Bijodaira Station
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
FreeNote
- Valley road/shuttle open roughly late April to November; falls viewable during daylight
How to get there
From Nagoya Station · ~4h 41m by car
Tags
waterfallnatural-monumenthikinggorgespring
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