Kegon Waterfalls is one of the most famous waterfalls in Japan, located at Lake Chuzenji in Nikko National Park, Tochigi Prefecture.
Kegon Waterfalls has a height of approximately 97 meters (318 feet), making it one of the highest waterfalls in Japan.
The best time to visit Kegon Waterfalls is during the autumn months of October and November, when the surrounding foliage turns vibrant shades of red and orange.
Visitors can reach Kegon Waterfalls by taking a bus from JR or Tobu Nikko Station to Chuzenji Onsen, followed by a short walk to the falls. There are also elevators available that provide access to a viewing platform at the base.
Yes, Kegon Waterfalls is associated with several legends, including one about a young poet named Misao Fujimura who tragically ended his life there in 1903. His story has become part of Japanese cultural lore.
