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3104Arata
Tokyo, Japan16,125 contributions
【The roundness of this place makes me feel gentle. Shiraitonotaki Waterfall, a Things to do in Nara]
May 2024 • Family
・Karuizawa-cho, Kitasaku County, Nagano Prefecture. "Shiraito Falls" in the middle of Shiraito Highland Way.
・Free sightseeing is available, but the Shiraito Highland Way is a toll road (500 yen).
・If you want to go sightseeing with Onioshidashi-en, you can save 1,000 yen on a one-day free pass for Onioshidashi Expressway and Shiraito Highland Way. It also seems to have various coupons (I later realized and regretted it lol)
・Now, speaking of Karuizawa, Shiraitonotaki and Onioshidashi-en are the two biggest Things to do in my mind. So, if you come to Karuizawa, I will definitely stop by.
・The 3m-high and 70m-wide series of waterfalls is said to be created by groundwater gushing from the rock surface and pouring down layers of silk-like water.
- The rounded appearance gives a gentle feeling.
· The scenery that looks good in the sun and fresh green makes you feel empowered like a power spot.
- Easy access, which means you can get there in less than 5 minutes from the parking lot, is another attractive Things to do. (It's a bit of a gravel road, but you could easily push a stroller up.)
・Every year, Pro projection mapping is held for one month in the summer, and you can see the icicles of the population from mid-December to March.
・You can easily stay for 20-30 minutes, so why not stop by Karuizawa as a place to see Things to do? (If you walk to Toge-jaya, it will take longer!)
・Thank you very much.
#Nagano Spot #Things to Do #Shiraito Falls #Power Spot #Waterfall #Nature #Karuizawa Sightseeing #Karuizawa Spot
#NaganoSpots #TouristSpots #ShiraitoFalls #PowerSpot #Waterfall #Nature #KaruizawaSightseeing #KaruizawaSpots
・Free sightseeing is available, but the Shiraito Highland Way is a toll road (500 yen).
・If you want to go sightseeing with Onioshidashi-en, you can save 1,000 yen on a one-day free pass for Onioshidashi Expressway and Shiraito Highland Way. It also seems to have various coupons (I later realized and regretted it lol)
・Now, speaking of Karuizawa, Shiraitonotaki and Onioshidashi-en are the two biggest Things to do in my mind. So, if you come to Karuizawa, I will definitely stop by.
・The 3m-high and 70m-wide series of waterfalls is said to be created by groundwater gushing from the rock surface and pouring down layers of silk-like water.
- The rounded appearance gives a gentle feeling.
· The scenery that looks good in the sun and fresh green makes you feel empowered like a power spot.
- Easy access, which means you can get there in less than 5 minutes from the parking lot, is another attractive Things to do. (It's a bit of a gravel road, but you could easily push a stroller up.)
・Every year, Pro projection mapping is held for one month in the summer, and you can see the icicles of the population from mid-December to March.
・You can easily stay for 20-30 minutes, so why not stop by Karuizawa as a place to see Things to do? (If you walk to Toge-jaya, it will take longer!)
・Thank you very much.
#Nagano Spot #Things to Do #Shiraito Falls #Power Spot #Waterfall #Nature #Karuizawa Sightseeing #Karuizawa Spot
#NaganoSpots #TouristSpots #ShiraitoFalls #PowerSpot #Waterfall #Nature #KaruizawaSightseeing #KaruizawaSpots
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Written 26 September 2024
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ふれさん
1,150 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
"You've never been to Shiraito Falls, have you?" This is what we came to talk about. Karuizawa by Shinkansen It is a school, but it was a trip by car because it is a waterfall in a dedicated car road. The toll is 500 yen.
Just a short walk from the free parking lot lined along the road. After climbing up the slope a little, you will see a waterfall 70m wide and 3m high in front of you. The striations that seep out from between the rocks and go exactly like white threads are also falling to the full width. It's three meters tall, so it's smaller than I thought. It might be. Some say "waterfall" is "less water" or "less powerful" because the word "waterfall" is an image of a waterfall that falls steadily from a high place, but it is a white thread waterfall. And the water is clean anyway. It is clear as ever. Hayase descends from the quiet waterfall upstream of Yukawa (Harnile Terrace ).
A place that would be cool even in summer. It was between the summer season and the autumn colors season, but there were a lot of people.
Just a short walk from the free parking lot lined along the road. After climbing up the slope a little, you will see a waterfall 70m wide and 3m high in front of you. The striations that seep out from between the rocks and go exactly like white threads are also falling to the full width. It's three meters tall, so it's smaller than I thought. It might be. Some say "waterfall" is "less water" or "less powerful" because the word "waterfall" is an image of a waterfall that falls steadily from a high place, but it is a white thread waterfall. And the water is clean anyway. It is clear as ever. Hayase descends from the quiet waterfall upstream of Yukawa (Harnile Terrace ).
A place that would be cool even in summer. It was between the summer season and the autumn colors season, but there were a lot of people.
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Written 1 October 2024
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Mohammedyu
Seoul, South Korea724 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
I wouldn't say this is a "must see." We went on a rainy day where there were barely any other visitors, which made it easy to take photos of the falls. The walk from the entrance to the falls is no more than a 10-15 minute walk. Taking photos at the falls itself will take no more than 10 minutes, so basically this is a 30-40 minute itinerary at the maximum. It's a good stop-off, but I wouldn't make it your reason to come to Karuizawa!
Written 15 May 2024
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Joi S C
Sacramento, CA149 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
Just a short scenic bus ride from the Karuizawa train station and you are at the Shiraito falls. The walk from the bus stop was only 5-10 minutes. There are snacks and coffee at the bus stop. The falls are breathtaking.
Written 22 November 2024
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TassieTravellers99
Launceston, Australia3,394 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
Located on the outskirts of Mt Fuji is this small circular walk to a couple of falls. There are several paid carparks close by. There are a couple of shops and small facilities here.
The walk first takes you past Otodomeno Falls. The path wound around a circuit to Shiraito Falls and there were multiple viewing platforms here to appreciate it at different angles. The actual fall itself was quite narrow but then the main course was in a horseshoe shape with dozens of strands of water spilling down and it reminded us very much of Plitvice in Croatia.
On the far side there was the iconic viewpoint with the fall in the foreground and Mt Fuji behind it. The return walk offers uninterrupted views of Mt Fuji.
The walk first takes you past Otodomeno Falls. The path wound around a circuit to Shiraito Falls and there were multiple viewing platforms here to appreciate it at different angles. The actual fall itself was quite narrow but then the main course was in a horseshoe shape with dozens of strands of water spilling down and it reminded us very much of Plitvice in Croatia.
On the far side there was the iconic viewpoint with the fall in the foreground and Mt Fuji behind it. The return walk offers uninterrupted views of Mt Fuji.
Written 17 August 2024
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babycindy
Taipei, Taiwan1,556 contributions
Dec 2023 • Friends
"Shiraito Falls" in Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture is located in a lush green forest. It is an amazing natural wonder; waterfall features: about 200 meters long and 20 meters high. The water flow is delicate, like white silk satin, and the water quality is transparent and crystal clear.
For transportation, you can take the Sogaru Kotsu Bus in the direction of "Kita-Karuizawa" from Karuizawa Station (about 23 minutes), get off at "Shiraito Falls" and walk for about 5 minutes to get there.
For transportation, you can take the Sogaru Kotsu Bus in the direction of "Kita-Karuizawa" from Karuizawa Station (about 23 minutes), get off at "Shiraito Falls" and walk for about 5 minutes to get there.
Written 7 February 2024
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MBHK8010
Hong Kong, China64 contributions
Mar 2023
This is a decent medium level hike through the forest. Nice track and reasonable elevation but with enough switches and path to not really fee the effects. We started near the old Mikasa Hotel with the entrance at the Shiraito Highway Kose Toll Booth (path on the right side if you are looking at the toll booth). Dragon Falls was decent and given it was March we had the place to ourselves. Actually met only one hiker in 10K. Further trek on to Shiraito Falls which was well marked and good track except for about one k that had snow/ice and was a bit difficult to navigate. Did not continue on from the Falls to the tea house, another 2 k or so as the path looked icy as well. The falls are smaller than you see in pictures but very unique in terms of how expansive they are in terms width not height. Bus stop at the falls although buses only come less than once every hour so we called a taxi back to Karuizawa.
Written 7 March 2023
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echigoya3
Saitama Prefecture, Japan2,381 contributions
Sept 2023 • Family
It's small, but it's a beautiful place.
The water is so clear you'll want to swim in it.
They sell grilled fish at the entrance, so I can understand why you'd want to eat it.
Parking is free, but it's a toll road, so be careful - it costs 500 yen for a regular car.
The water is so clear you'll want to swim in it.
They sell grilled fish at the entrance, so I can understand why you'd want to eat it.
Parking is free, but it's a toll road, so be careful - it costs 500 yen for a regular car.
Written 16 September 2023
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Myra Thelen-King
Tokyo, Japan20 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Visited on Sun, Feb 23, 2020. The snowfall around the waterfalls was absolutely beautiful. Not too many people, even being a holiday weekend. There’s also a great souvenir shop near the bus stop at the start of the falls path. We bought some local raspberry jam and maple syrup. Worth the trip up the mountain to see the falls and doing a little shopping. Dress warmly. The falls themselves were warm somewhat because of its basin shape but the rest of Karuizawa is bitterly cold and windy this time of year. The journey up the mountain was about 25 mins by bus from Karuizawa station and cost ¥720 yen per person, except for our four year old son. Would love to come back and see these gorgeous falls in the summertime too. But they were still breathtaking in the winter, to our surprise.
Written 23 February 2020
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GIT
Melbourne, Australia438 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Came here as a stopover from our way down from Kusatsu to Karuizawa. The drive into this place is nice and beautifully lined with autumn leaves. Very nice view when you are visiting during the autumn periods. The walk into the falls is also light and easy for older people. Parking along the road beside the falls is easy but be careful not to run over the bus load of tourists.
Written 1 November 2022
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Almira Takaki
Okayama, Japan
I’m visiting karuizawa in feb 23 2020. We’ll stay at asama prince hotel with my husband and 2 toddlers. Do you have advice? Anything might help:)
Written 20 February 2020
30 mins drive up from your hotel is the wonderful Shiraito Falls. There is a small hiking trail there, kids might enjoy walking around there. Further drive up (another 30 mins) from Shiraito Falls you will find ski grounds and the wonderful Manza onsen where we stayed overnight in end Nov. Enjoy what nature provides!
Written 20 February 2020
Thinking just to do a stopover at 白糸の滝 when we take the bus to Kusatsu Onsen, please advise if that is possible and if there is any luggage locker there so that we do not have to tag our luggages along. Thank you.
Written 17 September 2017
Don't know about the bus stop over, but when I was there I didn't see any storage lockers for luggage and the way things are set up there, it will be difficult to put the luggage anywhere
Written 17 September 2017
I am planning to visit Karuizawa on 22 or 23 Dec for a day trip. Is the bus to this water fall still available? Is there a time table that I can refer to?
Also, is this tourist attraction open during 22 or 23 Dec?
Written 5 December 2016
Hi, you can find the bus timetable using these keywords:
nagano eastern karuizawa kusatsu line bus timetables
I'm sorry I can't post the actual website as TripAdvisor seem to block HTML information.
Good luck and have fun!
Written 5 December 2016
leenyleeny
Singapore, Singapore
Hi, I am interested to join a day tour which includes a visit to Shiraito Falls on my upcoming trip to Japan.
However, as i am bringing 2 old folks along, with aching knees..
I would appreciate if any nice soul can advice, if the the route is elderly friendly?
Will they require to walk a lot / with steep slopes or long flight of stairs to get a nice view of it?
Is their first trip to japan and i hope to make their trip as pleasing and comfortable as possible.
Hope to get more information on the route before deciding if i should go ahead with the tour.
Thank you!!
Written 6 October 2015
It is a very short walk from the parking lot to the falls...no steps. The walk is easy with only a slight incline. Don't go in the Winter though....lots of ice and snow.
Written 13 June 2016
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