Shiraito Falls, Natural waterfall in Itoshima, Japan.
Shiraito Falls is a natural waterfall in Itoshima where multiple thin streams cascade down a rock face approximately 24 meters high. The water breaks into fine threads that descend over moss-covered surfaces and collect in shallow pools at the base.
A 300-year-old maple tree called Banryu grows near the falls and holds the status of Fukuoka Prefectural Treasure. This ancient tree marks centuries of natural development at the site and underscores the waterfall's long importance as a landmark.
The name means "white threads," describing how the water flows like delicate strands down the rock face. Locals gather at the waterfall base during the June festival to participate in nagashi somen, catching cold noodles flowing through bamboo channels with chopsticks.
The falls are best reached by train to Chikuzen-Maebaru Station on the JR Chikuhi Line, then by bus toward the waterfall area. The path to the waterfall pools is short and well-marked, making it accessible for most visitors.
The shallow pools at the waterfall base are home to yamame fish, a local trout species that visitors can catch themselves. Nearby restaurants prepare these fish fresh, offering a rare dining experience where you catch and cook what you eat.
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