Ayutsubo Falls, Waterfall in Numazu, Japan
Description
Ayutsubo Falls is a waterfall along the Kise River near Numazu, spanning about 90 meters wide with a drop of about 10 meters. It forms a natural boundary between Numazu City and Nagaizumi Town.
History
The falls formed about 10,000 years ago when lava flows from Mount Fuji carved through a valley between Mount Ashitaka and Mount Hakone. This geological activity shaped the landscape visitors see today.
Culture
The falls gained recognition through Akira Kurosawa's 1954 film Seven Samurai, where actor Toshiro Mifune filmed scenes. This cinematic connection has kept the location in people's memories across generations.
Practical
The falls are accessible by a short walk of about 10 minutes from Shimotogari Station on the Gotemba Line. A public parking area in Nagaizumi Town is available for visitors.
Did you know?
The falls display distinct layers of thin lava sheets and contain traces of trees caught in ancient lava flows. These geological details tell the story of the volcanic activity that shaped this place thousands of years ago.
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