Nabegataki Falls
A wide lacy curtain of water falls across porous volcanic rock formed by Aso's eruptions 90,000 years ago — and you can walk behind it. The cave ledge behind the falls is cool even in midsummer and utterly quiet.
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The falls drop behind a cave recess that you can walk into — a rare 'curtain fall' configuration where the water forms a translucent screen in front of you. The surrounding green forest and the sound of the falls combine into a sensory immersion. Combine with Ichifusa Onsen (20 min by car) for a peaceful Itsuki village afternoon.
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