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Junigataki Falls
Delicate cherry blossoms blooming beside a waterfall that cascades down in 12 streams.
Near the midstream area of the “Gotani River,” which flows along National Route 416, one of Komatsu City’s main roads, the water splits into 12 streams as it cascades down with a roaring sound-an impressive sight. The waterfall is Approx. 36 m wide. From April to June, when snowmelt from the mountains pours in, higher water levels make the falls even more powerful.
In most years, from late March to early April, the cherry trees planted along the embankment are in full bloom, creating an even more charming view. It’s a bit outside the city center and known mostly to locals as a hidden cherry-blossom spot, so on weekdays you can often enjoy the scenery at a relaxed pace with relatively few visitors.
After cherry blossom season, a popular local event is held to celebrate Children’s Day on May 5, when carp streamers are hung in the sky above the falls. The colorful streamers, donated mainly by locals, swim energetically in the early-summer sunshine—well worth seeing.
Highlights
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A dynamic waterfall located near the midstream area of the Gotani River along National Route 416.
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The falls are Approx. 36 m wide, and from April to June the flow grows stronger due to snowmelt.
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Every year from late March to early April, the cherry trees planted along the embankment come into full bloom.
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During the Children’s Day period on May 5, a signature event is held with carp streamers hung above the falls.
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From late March to early April, the cherry blossoms along the embankment are in full bloom
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The carp-streamer event is held on Children’s Day, May 5
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Approx. 36 m wide, the waterfall cascades down in 12 streams
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
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Sorry, we don’t.
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Is there free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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No.
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Are there coin lockers?
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No.
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Are there restrooms?
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No.
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Is there a smoking area?
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No.
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When are the carp streamers displayed around?
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From around mid-April to around mid-May.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 十二ヶ滝
- Postal Code
- 923-0164
- Address
- Nunohashimachi and Sawamachi, Komatsu City, Ishikawa
- Closed on
- Open year-round for walks
- Hours
- Open for walks at any time
- Admission
- Free
- Access
- 22 min on foot from the “Kanedaira” stop on Hokutetsu Kaga Bus; Approx. 50 min by shared bicycle from Komatsu Station
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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