Kanabiki Falls

What it is

• A 40-meter high and 20-meter wide waterfall on the Takiba River.
• The only site in Kyoto Prefecture listed on Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls.
• A natural formation consisting of Odaki, Medaki, Hakuryu, and Garyu falls.
• A spiritual site located near Kanabiki Fudo-son and Takiba Shrine.

What to see

• Water flowing over a distinct granite-diorite rock face.
• Rainbows that frequently appear in the morning due to the eastward orientation.
• The main waterfall and its smaller surrounding cascades.
• Waterfall meditation experiences offered by the local tourism association.

When to go

• Morning visits are best to catch potential rainbows in the mist.

Getting there

• A 15-minute drive from Miyazu Station to reach the falls.
• Located 2.5 kilometers from the Miyazu Amanohashidate Interchange.
• A short journey 1.5 kilometers southwest of downtown Miyazu.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.