Minoh Waterfall

Minoh Waterfall

Minoh Waterfall is a famous 33-meter waterfall that has been selected as one of the 100 Best Waterfalls in Japan and one of the 100 Landscapes of Japan.
The thunderous roar of the waterfall will echo through your body, making you forget time itself as you gaze up at the water as if it were falling from the heavens.

It is said that the legendary Japanese mystic En no Gyoja met the dragon god here during his training, and if you go to the mouth of the waterfall you can find a dragon hole where the dragon god is said to have lived.

The area around the great waterfall was visited by the likes of Oda Nobunaga and Matsuo Basho, and is a stunning power spot due to its bowl-shaped topography that is said to collect negative ions. It is also very popular as a cooler place to visit in the summer.
At night the falls are lit up, creating a different, magical experience compared to the daytime.

Facility information

Telephone
072-723-1885 (Minoh Traffic and Tourist Information Center)
Closed
None
Address
Minohkoen, Minoh, Osaka
Transportation
Approximately 40 minutes walk from Hankyu Minoh Station along the waterfall path.
Charge
Free
Parking
Please use the first and second parking lots in front of Minoh Station.

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Sue

Sue

The nature at Minoo Park was absolutely stunning, and the weather couldn't have been better. The path was easy to follow, allowing us to take our time and really soak in the beauty of the surroundings. We even took a moment to sit down and enjoy the peaceful sounds of running water and the wind rustling through the leaves. Plus, trying the maple leaf crackers along the way was a delightful treat. Even though there was a recent typhoon that had blocked part of the path, the temple at the end was still a sight to behold. And the best part? It was so accessible from Umeda Osaka station.

Lee

Lee

Minoo Park was not originally on our itinerary, but I'm so glad we decided to go there. A friend shared some pictures, and it seemed like the perfect escape from the bustling areas of Dotonbori and Namba. We added it after visiting Osaka Castle, and getting there was relatively straightforward with a mix of walking and train changes. The 2.9 km walk was rewarded with a beautiful waterfall, even though it wasn't the most spectacular one I've seen. Along the way, we indulged in fried maple leaf tempura, which was surprisingly crispy. There was also an insect museum nearby, although it didn't seem to attract many visitors. We did spot photographers with zoom lenses capturing the beauty of the park. Most of the tourists were Japanese, with some from mainland China and Taiwan. The paved tar road to the waterfall made the hike easy, suitable for jogging and outdoor enthusiasts. And, of course, we couldn't resist trying the drinks and grilled fish from the stalls at the waterfall. The weather was perfect for our outdoor trekking adventure.

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