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Jion Falls, Two-stage waterfall in Kusu-machi, Japan

Jion Falls cascades down in two distinct sections, with the upper stage measuring 20 meters and the lower stage extending 10 meters in height.

A traditional narrative tells of a Buddhist priest who subdued a large serpent living in the waterfall through the recitation of sacred sutras.

The waterfall stands in Kusu Town, a region recognized throughout Japan as the homeland of fairy tales and local legends.

Visitors can reach the falls within 15 minutes by car from the Amase-Takatsuka Interchange on the Oita Expressway, with parking space for 12 vehicles.

The falls receive illumination during nighttime hours, creating different visual effects compared to their daytime appearance.

Location: 日田市

GPS coordinates: 33.26483,131.06836

Latest update: November 13, 2025 21:04

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