Goraikō Falls

What it is

• A natural waterfall with a drop of approximately 102 meters.
• One of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls located in the Omogo Valley.
• A water feature flowing from directly below Mount Ishizuchi.
• A south-facing falls situated in the Kumakōgen area of Ehime Prefecture.

What to see

• The massive vertical drop of the water into the valley below.
• Panoramic views of the falls from the Nagao Ridge Observatory.
• Rainbows that appear over the cascading water on sunny mornings.
• A challenging hiking trail featuring steep slopes and dangerous sections.

When to go

• Visit on sunny mornings to see rainbows over the falls.
• Allow at least three hours for the one-way hiking trip.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.