Ryuto Falls

Ryuto Falls in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, is an impressive waterfall with a total length of 210 meters and a width of 10 meters. Its characteristic feature is its shape resembling a dragon's head, and admission is free. As the entire waterfall becomes like a river, you can admire the waterfall while walking on the promenade. It's about 300 meters from the bottom to the top of the waterfall, so you'll be walking quite a bit, but there are observation decks along the way where you can see the waterfall up close. Ryuto Falls is also famous as a spot for autumn leaves, and it's crowded with many tourists in the fall. You can enjoy the different expressions of Ryuto Falls depending on the season.

Around Ryuto Falls, there are other famous waterfalls such as Yutaki and Kegon Falls. There are also courses that take you around these waterfalls. In addition, there are many hiking trails where you can enjoy nature while visiting the falls. There are also many accommodation facilities around Ryuto Falls. While you can stay in Nikko city, staying around Ryuto Falls is also recommended. Please be aware of road conditions when visiting, as it may freeze in the winter.

Around Ryuto Falls, there are restaurants where you can enjoy lunch dishes such as rice bowls and fried foods. There are also restaurants and souvenir shops. On sunny days, you can enjoy picnics around the waterfall. We recommend checking the weather forecast before visiting. In addition to Ryuto Falls, there are many other tourist spots in the area, such as Kinugawa Onsen and Nikko Toshogu Shrine. Why not visit not only Ryuto Falls but also other spots in the area?

To access Ryuto Falls, take the Tobu bus from JR or Tobu Nikko Station and get off at the "Ryuto no Taki" stop after passing through "Chuzenji Lake" and "Shobugahama". There is also a parking lot near Ryuto Falls. It is possible to visit as a day trip from Tokyo.

Ryuto Falls is a popular spot in Dragon Quest Walk. It may even be considered a sacred place for game fans. Around Ryuto Falls, there are also hot springs and campsites where you can enjoy nature. After enjoying Ryuto Falls, which shows different expressions depending on the season, why not visit the surrounding spots as well?