Yasu Falls

What it is

• A two-tiered waterfall with a total drop of approximately 90 meters.
• The falls consist of a 60-meter upper tier and a 30-meter lower tier.
• It ranks second on the official list of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls.
• The site sits at an elevation of about 800 meters in Kitaakita City.

What to see

• Rainbows that may appear at the falls on sunny afternoons.
• Vibrant autumn colors that peak from mid to late October.
• A natural habitat for local Asian black bears.

When to go

• Mid to late October for the peak of the autumn season.
• Sunny afternoons to increase the chances of seeing rainbows.
• The site is closed from mid-November to late May.

Getting there

• A shared taxi runs from Ani-Matagi Station to the trailhead.
• The trail from the parking lot takes about 45 minutes to walk.
• Access involves a 20-minute drive on the Yasutaki Forest Road.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.