Ryusei no Taki Falls/Ginga no Taki Falls
You can see two beautiful waterfalls in pairs.
These two beautiful waterfalls, selected as one of the top 100 waterfalls in Japan, are the representative scenic spots of Sounkyo Onsen. Meteor Falls" falls violently down a 90-meter drop, while "Ginga Falls" is also called "Otoko Falls" and "Onna Falls" because of the way the water falls gently like a white thread down a 120-meter drop. From the parking lot, a 20-minute walk up the slope with the falls in the background leads to the "Twin Falls Stand(sobakudai)" observation platform. From here, you can watch the two waterfalls cascading down at the same time. Inside the parking lot, there is a store called "Taki Mintara," which is ideal for buying souvenirs and taking a break.
- * Please note that the text shown on this page includes machine translations.
- Category
- With friends
- Couple
- Travel style
- Lake and marsh, waterfall, pond, dam
- Red leaves, scenic spots, observation platforms
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Travel Inspiration
- Enjoy spectacular views
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Address
- 北海道上川町層雲峡
- Telephone Number
- 01658-5-3350（Sounkyo Tourist Information Center）
- Car Park
- 170 spaces
- Directions
- ●By bus: About 30 minutes from JR Kamikawa Station by Dohoku Bus bound for Sounkyo, get off at the last stop. Transfer to the Dohoku Bus bound for Lake Taisetsu (one bus a day from Jul. to Oct. only), about 15 minutes, and get off at Takimidai and walk shortly
●By car: 30 km from Kamikawa Sounkyo IC of Asahikawa-Monbetsu Expwy via Route 39, about 30 minutes - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
