Nachi Falls

In the vicinity of Nachi Falls, there is the Daimon-zaka slope of the Kumano Kodo Trail. By walking the 267 stone steps of the approximately 650-meter cobblestone-paved Daimon-zaka slope, you can feel the atmosphere of the time. You can also walk from Nachi Falls to Kumano Hayatama Taisha. The Kumano Kodo Trail is an ancient pilgrimage route that connects the Kumano Sanzan, with high historical value, allowing you to feel both nature and history. Please try walking the Kumano Kodo Trail from Nachi Falls.

Every year on New Year's Eve, Nachi Falls is illuminated at night. The illuminated falls exude a fantastic atmosphere that is different from during the day, showcasing a different kind of beauty. Spending time watching such a beautiful waterfall provides a mystical and calming feeling to the heart. The illuminated Nachi Falls, which is popular for visits on New Year's Eve, is definitely worth a visit.

Nachi-Katsuura, home to Nachi Falls, has many shrines and temples. There are numerous shrines and temples related to Kumano faith, such as Nachi-Kumano Taisha and Hiryu Shrine. There are also temples such as Seiganto-ji and Nachi-no-Otaki, which have high historical value and allow you to feel both nature and history. When visiting Nachi-Katsuura, we recommend taking a tour of the shrines and temples, which are full of nature and history.

There are many restaurants around Nachi Falls where you can enjoy dishes made with local ingredients. In Nachikatsuura, there are local specialties such as seafood, Wakayama mandarins, and Kumano salt that are highly recommended. There are also restaurants where you can dine while enjoying the view of Nachi Falls. Why not try tasting local ingredients while admiring the beautiful waterfall when you visit Nachi Falls?

In Nachikatsuura, there are numerous leisure spots for families to enjoy. For example, there is the Dolphin Resort where you can interact with dolphins and a foot bath that you can enjoy for free. There are also many free parking spots, making it easy for families to visit. Even on rainy days, there are spots like photo galleries where you can have fun. This area is not only attractive for the Kumano Kodo, but also for other tourist spots. When you visit Nachi Falls, be sure to also explore other places!

Nachi Falls is one of Japan's three greatest waterfalls, where a clear stream flowing from the Daimonji Mountain Range becomes a large waterfall. There are many waterfalls called Nachi 48 Falls, but the one with the greatest drop is Nachi Otaki, also known as Ichino Taki. Ichino Taki is said to be 133 meters high, 13 meters wide at the Choshi-guchi, and 10 meters deep at the waterfall basin, with about one ton of water falling every second. Upstream from Ichino Taki, there are waterfalls called Nino Taki and Sanno Taki, and these three waterfalls have been designated as national scenic spots. Furthermore, downstream, there is a waterfall called Fudokyo no Taki, which is named after the monk Bun'aku who trained in this area. Many waka poems and other literature have been written about this beautiful landscape, and many people, including the poet Saigyo and the haiku poet Takahama Kyoshi, have been inspired by its beauty. The area around Nachi Falls has been designated as a special area of the Yoshino-Kumano National Park, and the surrounding mountains have also been selected as a natural monument of Japan called the Nachi Primeval Forest. Nachi Falls, where you can enjoy the magnificent beauty of nature, is sure to impress those who visit.

At Nachi Falls, there is the Mitaki Shrine. This shrine enshrines gods related to Nachi Falls and Shugendo. In front of the shrine, there is a spirit stone found in Nachi Falls that is enshrined. On the 18th of every month, the Gongan Festival is held at the Mitaki Shrine, praying for the prosperity of the country, the health of the devotees, and their wishes. Special prayers are also available for those who wish, but reservations are required. For more information, please contact us through the inquiry form. For visitors, praying at this sacred place holds a special meaning.

At Nachi Falls, there is Kumano Nachi Taisha Bekku Hitaki Shrine. This shrine enshrines Nachi Falls itself as an appearance of the deity Okuninushi. Therefore, there is no shrine to worship the deity at Hitaki Shrine, and you can directly worship Nachi Falls. Hitaki Shrine has a long history, and originally, Nachi Falls and the deities of Kumano were enshrined at the location of Hitaki Shrine on Mount Nachi. It is said that Kumano Nachi Taisha was built in the 5th year of Emperor Nintoku's reign (317 AD) and was relocated to its current location.