This summer, play with water. 15 natural pools & waterfalls in Japan

SO14 spots

Forget the heat, natural water parks. Emerald streams, waterfall diving, secret river spots. Search for coolness not found on maps.

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Japan, 781-2511 Kochi Prefecture, Agawa District, Ino Town, Shimizu-kami-bun 2976-11

Niko-buchi: Enjoy a natural pool in the mysterious cobalt blue waterfall basin of the secret spot Niko-buchi, known for its "Niyodo Blue" in Shikoku.

Japan, Kochi Prefecture, Shimanto River

Shimanto River: Japan's last clear stream, enjoy refreshing dives from submerged bridges and river play.

Japan, 399-5504 Nagano Prefecture, Kiso District, Ōkuwa Village, Nojiri

Atera Gorge: A hidden gem in Kiso, enjoy the summer in Shinshu with its emerald green pools and clear streams.

Japan, 411-0907 Shizuoka Prefecture, Sunto District, Shimizu Town, Fushimi 71, within Kakita River Park

Kakita River Spring Group: A clear stream where Mt. Fuji's groundwater springs forth, enjoy playing in the exceptionally transparent spring water.

Japan, 198-0106 Tokyo, Nishi-Tama District, Okutama Town, Shiromaru 1

Shiromaru Dam Fishway Management Office: A cool spot in Okutama, where you can enjoy viewing the fishway and playing in the clear stream at the same time.

Japan, 519-5718 Mie Prefecture, Minamimuro District, Kihō Town, Asato, Hiyuki Falls

Hiyuki Falls: A hidden gem in southern Mie Prefecture, the 30m waterfall's spray acts as a natural air conditioner.

Japan, 321-0633 Tochigi Prefecture, Nasukarasuyama City, Taki 414

Ryumon Falls: A famous waterfall in Tochigi, its 20m drop and the chance to bathe in the waterfall basin will cool down your summer in the Kanto region.

Japan, 586-0072 Osaka Prefecture, Kawachinagano City, Takihata 240-2

Takihata Dam: A mountain area 1 hour from Osaka, enjoy playing in the water near the city by the emerald green lake.

Japan, 791-1710 Ehime Prefecture, Kamiukena District, Kumakogen Town, Wakayama, Omogokei Valley

Omogokei Valley: One of Shikoku's largest valleys, enjoy authentic stream climbing in the clear waters and waterfall basins of the Ishizuchi mountain range.

Japan, 891-4402 Kagoshima Prefecture, Kumage District, Yakushima Town, Mago, Toro-ki Falls

Toro-ki Falls: A rare waterfall in Yakushima that falls directly into the sea, experience swimming in the sea and bathing under the waterfall at once.

Japan, 861-1441 Kumamoto Prefecture, Kikuchi City, Hara 5026

Kikuchi Valley: A summer resort in Kumamoto, enjoy the ultimate coolness with a stream at 14 degrees Celsius and natural pools.

Japan, 882-1103 Miyazaki Prefecture, Nishiusuki District, Takachiho Town, Mukaiyama

Takachiho Gorge: A spectacular gorge in the land of myths, enjoy the coolness by boat while admiring the Manai Falls.

Japan, 378-0303 Gunma Prefecture, Numata City, Tone Town, Oiwa, Fukiware Falls

Fukiware Falls: The Niagara of the East, experience the powerful spray and stream play at this famous waterfall in Gunma.

Japan, 418-0103 Shizuoka Prefecture, Fuji City, Kamiide 273-1

Shiraito Falls: A famous waterfall at the foot of Mt. Fuji, enjoy a summer retreat with its silky water flow and natural pools.

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