Sasa Falls

In short

Sasa Falls is a waterfall with a drop of approximately 32 meters, located on the upper reaches of the Takigawa River flowing through Uchihara in Totsukawa Village. It has been selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls. A walk of about 10 minutes from the parking area along the forest road brings you to the waterfall, cascading down with flying spray amid a quiet forest.

• ​A Majestic Waterfall​​: Cascades down about 32 meters, its sound echoing through the quiet forest
• ​Stream Over White Rock Surfaces​​: Water overflowing from the plunge pool flows over smooth, white rock surfaces
• ​Moss-Covered Forest Path​​: Along the path from the parking area to the waterfall, you can see moss-grown rocks and sprawling tree roots

History and Highlights

Sasa Falls is situated on the upper reaches of the Takigawa River, which flows through Uchihara in Totsukawa Village. The river originates from mountains such as Mt. Shakagatake in the Omine Mountain Range. With a drop of approximately 32 meters, the falls are selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls.

Totsukawa Village, where the steep Omine Mountain Range towers, is home to many waterfalls. Among them, Sasa Falls is located along a forest road and is accessible for casual visits. Amid the quiet forest, the waterfall cascades down with fine spray, resounding with a roar.

The water overflowing from the plunge pool washes over smooth, white rock surfaces as it flows away. Not only the waterfall itself, but this flowing stream is also a highlight and is popular among photographers.

Tips for Viewing and Experiencing

• ​In Front of the Waterfall​​: The waterfall plunges down about 32 meters, sending up spray. Listen closely to the roar of the falls echoing through the quiet forest.
• ​Stream on the Smooth Rocks​​: Turning your back to the waterfall, you can get close to the water in the stream running over smooth rock surfaces. Surrounded by a deep green forest, the spray feels pleasantly cool.
• ​Autumn Foliage​​: The area around Sasa Falls is listed by the village as one of its prime autumn foliage viewing spots. The best time to see the colors is said to be from early November to early December.

Travel Tips

By car, enter the forest road along the Takigawa River from the Takigawa settlement on National Route 168. Signs for Uchihara and Sasa Falls are located at the junction. After driving upstream for about 13 kilometers (approximately 30 minutes), you will reach a parking area and restrooms at the entrance to Sasa Falls. The road is very narrow, so please keep your headlights on even during the day and drive with great care regarding oncoming vehicles.

It takes about 10 minutes on foot from the parking area to the waterfall. The path features moss-covered rocks and exposed tree roots. Further upstream along the forest road, on the main stream of the Takigawa River, lies Fudo Falls.

The Tanize Suspension Bridge is located approximately 10 kilometers west-northwest, and Totsukawa Onsen is approximately 15.7 kilometers south-southwest.