Yasunotaki Falls in Akita Prefecture is ranked a proud 2nd among Japan's 100 best waterfalls!

The second-ranked waterfall in Japan's 100 best waterfalls

Yasu Falls in Akita Prefecture Japan's 100 best waterfalls . At an altitude of about 800 meters, it is an impressive height, but unlike normal waterfalls, it has two sections, an upper and a lower section, which makes it look even more dynamic.

In addition, because it is surrounded by nature, it shows different faces depending on the season, such as fresh greenery and autumn leaves. There are also hot spring inns in the surrounding area, and it is gaining popularity as a tourist destination

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A tragic love story passed down since ancient times

It is a large and beautiful waterfall, but in fact, there is a long-standing legend of tragic love

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Long ago, a girl named Yasu fell in love with a man named Kyutaro who worked in a gold mine. However, at the time, romantic relationships between men and women in the mountains were taboo, so Yasu and Kyutaro could not easily find happiness

One day, Hisataro left the village, telling his fellow mountain climbers, "Tell Yasu I'll come and get him later."

His companions were afraid that they would be punished if they cooperated with Hisataro, so they could not pass on the message to Yasu

Yasu continued to believe in Kutaro and wait for him, but one of his friends told him, "Kutaro was arrested for a crime, so you'd better forget about him," and Yasu, overcome with grief, threw himself into a waterfall

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This waterfall is called "Yasu Falls"

This is the waterfall where Yasu, a woman overcome with grief, threw herself off, so at first glance it may seem cursed, but it is said that if you visit this waterfall, your love will come true

It is also a popular romantic spot, attracting many young people

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The waterfall can only be seen from summer to autumn

This waterfall can only be viewed during the summer and autumn seasons, and is closed from winter to spring

Also, cars are not allowed to get to this waterfall, so you have to walk. Be careful as there may be many horseflies and wasps depending on the season

The surrounding area is also a habitat for Asiatic black bears , so you must take precautions against bears before going to Yasunotaki Falls.

It's very difficult to get there, but once you overcome the difficulties, one of Japan's most spectacular views awaits

Yasu Falls <Information>

• Name: Yasu Falls
• Address: Ani-Utado Sugayachi, Kitaakita City, Akita Prefecture
• Official URL: Akita Prefecture Official Tourism Site "Akitafan" – Yasunotaki Falls

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