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Sekiyama-otaki Falls

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A wide waterfall on the Midare River featuring a massive ancient katsura tree and seasonal illumination events.

Sekiyama-otaki Falls
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What it is

  • A ten meter high waterfall also known as Otaki located in Higashine City.
  • A natural landmark situated on the upper reaches of the Midare River.
  • A roadside destination located along National Route 48 near the Sekiyama Tunnel.

What to see

  • The waterfall measuring fifteen meters in width.
  • A large katsura tree designated as a prefectural natural monument.
  • A drive-in facility located in the immediate vicinity of the falls.

When to go

  • Visit during scheduled illumination events to see the water lit up.

Getting there

  • Take a bus from Sendai Station to the Otaki bus stop.
  • Drive twenty-five minutes from Sakuranbo-Higashine Station.
  • Drive thirty minutes from Yamagata Airport.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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