Harajiri Falls
Japan's widest waterfall — a 120m curtain of water dropping 20m over hexagonal basalt columns shaped by ancient Aso volcanic flows. Called "East Asia's Niagara," it's most spectacular after heavy rain when the entire rock face disappears under white water.
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Japan's Niagara — a 20m-wide horseshoe-shaped waterfall with a trail behind the water curtain you can walk through. Combine with Okusui Onsen (15 min by car) for a relaxing afternoon. The surrounding park is pleasant for a picnic on the riverbank.
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