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Yoro Falls

岐阜県

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From ancient times, it has been a famous waterfall in Japan loved by literati and ink painters.

Yoro Falls is a waterfall located in the midst of rich nature, selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls and Top 100 Famous Springs. It is also known as a famous spot for cherry blossoms and autumn leaves, and is associated with the legend of "Yoro Taki no Okina," in which the water of the falls turned into sake. The waterfall has a drop of about 30 meters. If you get close, you can enjoy plenty of negative ions.

Features & How to Enjoy

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Highlights

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Enjoy the Powerful Waterfall in Nature

Yoro Falls in Yoro Town, Gifu Prefecture, is located in the depths of Yoro Falls Park. The waterfall, with a drop of 30 meters, flows through the gaps in the huge rocks and is a must-see tourist spot for travelers seeking nature. Yoro Falls is also loved by literati and is known for being depicted in ukiyo-e by Katsushika Hokusai. If you want to enjoy a powerful waterfall in nature, perfect for walking and picnics, please come and visit.

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Enjoy Leisure at Yoro Park

Yoro Park, home to Yoro Falls, is known as a comprehensive park with spots such as playground equipment and a splash pool for children to enjoy. In addition, there is an indoor park called Pure Heart Kids Land where parents and children can have fun together. Furthermore, the park has tent areas and lodge areas where you can enjoy camping, making it perfect for those who want to enjoy leisure in nature. Be sure to visit with your family and friends.

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Autumn Foliage at Yoro Waterfall

Yoro Park and Yoro Waterfall are popular scenic spots where you can enjoy the beauty of the changing seasons. Among them, the autumn foliage that can be seen in the fall is particularly stunning. The colorful foliage that brightens up the surroundings of the powerful waterfall, which splashes water droplets, is a view that you will want to keep looking at. Let's enjoy the gradient of water and autumn foliage, which has also been selected as one of the "33 Best Autumn Foliage Spots in Hida and Mino".

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Yoro Waterfall Opening Event

The "Yoro Waterfall Opening Event" held every year on July 1st is an important event for both tourists and locals. On this day, a Shinto ritual is performed to pray for safety and accident-free travels. In addition, the "Yoro Seseragi Street" sells local specialties and handmade goods, allowing visitors to interact with the locals. If you want to experience a special atmosphere that can only be felt on this day, please participate in the "Yoro Waterfall Opening Event".

Point 5

Experience a Giant Art Spot

In Yoro Park, where Yoro Falls is located, there are other attractive spots besides the waterfall. One of them is the "Yoro Tenmei Hantenchi," a theme park that realizes the concept of the world-famous artist Shusaku Arakawa and poet Madeline Gins. Let's see, touch, and experience exhibits like contemporary art that stimulate the five senses. If you want an exciting experience after being healed by Yoro Falls, be sure to stop by.

Access

Scenic Spot Accessible by Local Train

If you're heading to Yoro Falls in Yoro County, Gifu Prefecture, it's recommended to take the local train, Yoro Railway, which runs through the natural surroundings. The nearest station, Yoro Station, is about a 45-minute ride from Ogaki in Gifu Prefecture, and it takes about 10 minutes on foot from the station to the park. Yoro Falls' appeal also lies in its convenient location, as it can be reached by car in about an hour from Nagoya, and in about two hours from Osaka and Kyoto.

Basic Information

	Address	1298-2 Takabayashi, Yoro-cho, Yoro-gun, Gifu 503-1267, Japan
	Business Hours	N/A
	TEL	0584-32-0501
	Web Site	http://www.yoro-park.com/

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