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Nakano Shirataki

Hirono Town

Northern Iwate

Nature / Scenery
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    Nakano Shirataki is a two-tiered waterfall, with the upper waterfall measuring 27 meters high and 8 meters wide, and the lower waterfall measuring 6 meters high and 12 meters wide. There is also a promenade leading from the waterfall to the sea, where you can enjoy hiking.

    Location
    Nakano, Hirono-machi, Kunohe-gun
    Inquiries
    Contact name: Hirono Town Fisheries and Commerce Division

    Phone number: 0194-65-5916
    Website
    http://www.town.hirono.iwate.jp/docs/2012111400042/Open in new tab
    Other
    Others: To get to the waterfall, you will have to walk for about 10 minutes down a promenade from Shirataki Shrine, which enshrines Shirataki Daimyojin, so please be sure to wear shoes and clothes that are comfortable for walking.
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