Uba Falls, Mountain waterfall in Hakusan National Park, Japan
The Uba Falls drops 90 meters in height, creating a white water cascade against dark rocks within the forested slopes of Mount Hakusan.
The waterfall received its name from a Buddhist nun named Toran Ni Sennin, who according to records would comb her hair beneath the falling water.
Local residents consider the waterfall a natural symbol connected to mountain worship practices, with the Hakusan Chukyo-jinja Shrine located in its vicinity.
Access to Uba Falls requires driving along the Hakusan-Shirakawa White Road and following a 1.5-kilometer hiking trail through forest terrain.
The natural foot baths, Oyadani no Yu, sit across from the waterfall, allowing visitors to soak while observing the 76-meter water stream.
Location: Hakusan
Part of: Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls
GPS coordinates: 36.25483,136.79867
Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:02
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