Hattan Falls

What it is

• A vertical waterfall with a 24-meter drop located in the Kannabe Highlands.
• Part of the San'in Kaigan Geopark within the Kannabe lava flow valley.
• Formed by volcanic activity and lava flow from Mount Kannabe.
• The name refers to a height equivalent to eight tan of cloth.

What to see

• A 24-meter drop of water falling into the valley below.
• An observatory providing views of the falls and surrounding nature.
• A promenade for walking through the scenic geopark area.
• The nearby Tajima Dome located a five-minute walk from the site.

When to go

• Visit from mid to late May when water volume reaches its peak.

Getting there

• Take a 20-minute bus ride from Ebara Station to the Tajima Dome stop.
• The waterfall is a five-minute walk from the Tajima Dome bus stop.
• Michi-no-Eki Kannabe Kogen is located a 20-minute walk away.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.