Sanbon Waterfall (Sanbon-daki [三本滝])

The Sanbon Waterfall was a three-segmented waterfall that was one of the more unusual waterfalling experiences that we’ve had in Japan. From reading the kanji signs pertaining to this falls, we…

Zengoro Waterfall (Zengoro-no-taki [善五郎の滝])

The Zengoro Waterfall was the third of three significant waterfalls that we visited on the Koonogawa (Koono River), which was the main river passing through the famed Norikura Highlands draining…

Ryujin Waterfall (Ryujin-no-taki [竜神の滝])

The Ryujin Waterfall was an unexpected waterfalling surprise because we didn’t expect to visit any falls while seeking out one of the outdoor public baths in the Shirahone Onsen area. However…

Bandokoro Waterfall (Bandokoro Otaki [番所大滝])

The Bandokoro Waterfall is one of three notable waterfalls in the Norikura Kogen within reach as a day trip out of Matsumoto. Julie and I remembered…