Hayato Great Falls

What it is

• A natural waterfall with a vertical drop of approximately 50 meters
• Officially selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls
• Known locally as the Phantom Great Falls due to its remote location
• Located within the protected Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park

What to see

• The 50-meter high main waterfall and surrounding rock formations
• The riverbed path leading from an abandoned forestry hut
• The scenic junction at Ikazuchidaira toward the Otakizawa area
• The rugged mountain landscape of the Dendo area

Getting there

• Ascend from the Honma Bridge area via a difficult mountain trail
• The hike to the falls takes one hour and 55 minutes
• Vehicle access is restricted by a gate at the Hayatogawa International Trout Fishing Ground
• The route requires navigating a riverbed and crossing the top of a smaller waterfall

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.