Fukuroda Falls

Fukuroda Falls (Photo: Fukuroda Falls – t.kunikuni / CC BY-SA 2.0)

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Overview

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Address

3-19 Fukuroda, Daigo, Kuji District, Ibaraki 319-3523 ( Map ) ( Directions )

Hours

Closed today Closed now

Price

Free

Phone

0295-72-4036

Highlights


Ice Falls / Hyobaku

In the winter, you can see “Hyobaku”, a phenomenon where the entire Fukuroda Waterfall is frozen. Between late December to February, the cascading waterfalls have the chance to freeze entirely if temperatures are cold enough. During this period, the official website updates daily “Falls Freezing” updates with images to show the current state of Fukuroda Falls. It is recommended to visit in the morning when it is colder, for a higher chance of viewing the frozen falls.

Ice Falls / Hyobaku

Observatory Deck

The massive 3-stage observatory deck allows visitors to enjoy the falls up close. Visitors first walk through the 276-meter long passage tunnel to reach the deck, where you can take an elevator to the top to enjoy a panoramic view. The bottom two floors allow a closer view of the falls at different angles. Try the suspension bridge on your way back to experience walking above the base of the waterfall.

Observatory Deck

Winter Illumination

Every year between early November to late January, Fukuroda Falls holds a winter illumination event. The area near the falls and the tunnel will be spectacularly lit up, creating a beautiful night time scene. The tunnel will also be decorated with light structures, a sight that can only be seen during this event.

General Amenities

  • Free parking
  • Souvenir shop

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair rental

Access

Access by train / bus: 10 minutes by bus from Fukuroda Station on the JR Suigun Line | 10 minutes on foot from Takimoto | 10 minutes by taxi from Fukuroda Station on the JR Suigun Line | 40 minutes on foot from Fukuroda Station on the JR Suigun Line

Reviews

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Sleiman Azizi

We visited during the winter and it was most impressive, despite the water more or less being frozen. There are various lookout points to help visitors catch different views. If you have very young children, they 'may' be afraid of the dark tunnel that leads to the observation decks but otherwise, you should be fine with children. Very much looking forward to visiting the falls again during the different seasons.

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Lynda Hogan

I visited the falls on my very first trip to Japan and it was the very first nature spot I ever visited in Japan. I was awed. We visited in Autumn so the scenery was particularly stunning, but it is a nice place to visit anytime of the year. We found it relatively easy to commute to by public transport, but a lot of walking involved so comfortable shoes are advised.

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