Ogawa Falls
These waterfalls are 60m wide and 46m high, at the upper end of the Ogawa River, which flows through the south of the Osumi Peninsula. The promenade, which lets you walk amidst the sounds of the falling water to the mystical and beautiful pools below the waterfall, is a healing spot where you can become one with nature. There is a multilingual Tourist information board at the entrance to the boardwalk.
More Information about Ogawa Falls
Street address
- Nejime, Minamiosumi-cho, Kagoshima
Access
Route1
- From Kagoshima Chuo Station, it is around 2 hours (via the 15 minute Kagoshima Port ⇔ Sakurajima Port ferry)
Route2
- From Kagoshima Chuo Station, it is around 2 hours 10 minutes (using toll roads)
Opening Hours
- Open from 8 am until sunset.
Closed
- Open throughout the year, but please do not enter at night. ※Entry may be restricted due to inclement weather.
Best season
- All year
Point
- It is recommended to visit while wearing shoes that are comfortable for walking.
*Depending on the timing of your visit, it may not be possible to access the falls. Please contact the Minamiosumi-cho tourism department (0994-24-3115) for details.
The promenade may be flooded during the rainy season, and it may not be possible to access it. Please be careful when visiting.
update: Sep.3.2024

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