Read before you travel! Sightseeing tips included! ️ See the spectacular waterfalls cascading down the rock face 🌊 🐉🍁✨
by tenpaland_photrip
Oct 8, 2025
[Summary]
Ryuzunotaki, located in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, is a waterfall where the Yukawa River, which flows out of Lake Yunoko in Oku-Nikko, empties into Lake Chuzenji.
As its name suggests, the waterfall's fork looks like a dragon's head. 🐉
The sight of the powerful waterfall cascading down the rock face for approximately 210 meters is truly impressive. 🤩
In autumn, the maple and oak trees surrounding the waterfall take on vibrant colors, creating a stunning contrast between the white spray and the autumn leaves. 🎨
[Recommended Points]
* Unique shape resembling a "dragon's head": The water splits in two near the base of the falls, and the dynamic cascade that cascades between a large rock and the water is truly reminiscent of a dragon's head. 🐉
This unique shape, unlike any other waterfall, is a major attraction.
* The beautiful contrast between the waterfall and the autumn foliage: The combination of the white spray of the rushing water and the fiery reds and yellows of the autumn leaves surrounding the falls is breathtaking🍁.
Many photography enthusiasts flock here during the autumn foliage season📸.
* An easily accessible observation deck: There's an observation deck right next to the falls, where you can enjoy the entire waterfall and the autumn foliage up close👀.
There's also a teahouse, where you can take a break and enjoy the spectacular view🍵.
[Pay attention!]
When you visit Ryuzu Falls, be sure to pay attention to the **different views from above and below the falls**.🧐
The "dragon's head" near the basin from the observation deck is impressive, of course, but the view from the uppermost point of the falls, a short walk up the trail, is also spectacular.
You can feel the dynamic movement of the entire waterfall cascading down like a mountain stream🌊. Another attraction of this spot is the teahouse located near the waterfall basin.
Enjoy a luxurious time savoring the spectacular view of the waterfall and autumn foliage up close while sipping hot tea. 😌
[Information]
* Address: Nakamiya Shrine, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture 📍
* Access:
* Take the Tobu bus from JR or Tobu Nikko Station and get off at "Ryuzu Falls." 🚌
* Approximately 40 minutes from the Kiyotaki IC on the Nikko-Utsunomiya Expressway via Irohazaka and Lake Chuzenji. 🚗
* Opening Hours: Free to stroll around all day ⏰
* Fee: Free to view the waterfall 🆓
* Best Time to Visit: Late September to early October 🍂
[Nearby Sightseeing Information]
After enjoying Ryuzu Falls, explore the surrounding tourist spots in Oku-Nikko!
* Senjogahara: A hiking spot with a vast marshland. 🌾
In autumn, the golden color of the maple leaves contrasts beautifully with the surrounding autumn foliage.
* Yudaki: A spectacular 70-meter-high, 100-meter-wide waterfall cascading from Lake Yunoko. 🌊
You can descend close to the basin and experience its power.
* Lake Chuzenji: Tochigi Prefecture's largest lake, home to the Embassy Villa Memorial Park and other attractions on its shores. 🛶
Foliage-viewing boat rides from the lake are also popular.
[Summary]
Tochigi Prefecture's Ryuzu Falls is a captivating spot, known for its unique dragon-head shape and spectacular views during the autumn foliage season. ✨
The contrast between the white spray of the water and the vibrant autumn leaves is truly a work of art created by nature.
Why not come and experience the majestic nature and autumn leaves of Oku-Nikko?
#AutumnFoliageSeason
Post by tenpaland_photrip | Oct 8, 2025














