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Nabegataki Waterfall

A hidden cascade in Oguni

Mandy Bartok
By Mandy Bartok
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The area north of Mt Aso is well-known for its onsen baths, but numerous waterfalls dot the hills as well for those with time, a good map and their own set of wheels. Nabegataki, located just outside Oguni Town, is one of the area's more well-known waterfalls. Looking like a mini-Niagara, you can actually climb behind the falls to see how the water has carved out the rock over the years. This is a great spot for both amateur and professional photographers - the light that filters through the trees creates an impressive backdrop if you can capture it. There is a car park at the top of the hill, though the path to the bottom is not handicap accessible. 

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Mandy Bartok

By Mandy Bartok

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Kurofuchi, Oguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan (Directions)

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Preethu
Preethu 8 years ago
Beautiful place!
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Asad Zaidi
Asad Zaidi 8 years ago
Great place, thanks for sharing pix
Can you tell how long is the fall from parking area?
Thanks
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Mandy Bartok
Mandy Bartok Photographer 8 years ago
Asad, it's about a 5-10 minute walk but you have to use the stairs and it's all uphill on the return.
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George Tan
George Tan 9 years ago
The waterfall view looks great!
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Veronika Tomanova
Veronika Tomanova 9 years ago
This is an amazing spot. DO you think one can swim there?
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Mandy Bartok
Mandy Bartok Photographer 9 years ago
I'm honestly not sure, Veronika. The pool in front of the waterfall is a decent size in width but I don't know how deep it runs. I have been here in all seasons EXCEPT for summer so I've never seen anyone in the water. But I didn't see any "no swimming" signs.
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Mandy Bartok
Mandy Bartok Photographer 9 years ago
Thank you all for the comments! This is one of my favorite waterfalls in Japan - a bit tough to get to without a car but so stunning in any season.
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