Ryuzu Falls
竜頭ノ滝
A stepped waterfall where the Yudagawa River flows into Lake Chuzenji, splitting into two streams below. Its shape resembles a dragon's head, and it is one of the Three Famous Falls of Okunikko.
Ryuzu Falls is a stepped cascade, about 210 meters long, where the Yudagawa River tumbles down a lava slope. At the base, a large boulder splits the water into two streams that look like dragon whiskers. Beside the falls is the Ryuzu Teahouse, where you can eat dango while admiring the view. In autumn, the surrounding slopes turn red, creating a striking contrast with the white water. This is one of the first places in Okunikko to change color. Admission is free and the falls can be viewed at any time. Take a bus toward Yumoto Onsen from Tobu Nikko Station; the trip takes about 1 hour. Get off at the 'Ryuzu no Taki' stop, where you can connect to the Senjogahara trail above.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Senjogahara Marshland
- Lake Chuzenji
- Odashirogahara Marsh
- Futarasan Shrine Chugushi
- Mount Nantai
- Yudaki Falls
- Italian Embassy Villa Memorial Park
- Chuzen-ji Temple (Tachiki Kannon)