Hagi Falls
| Hagi Falls | |
|---|---|
| 萩の滝 | |
 Hagi Falls | |
| Location |
Gifu, Gifu Prefecture Japan  |
| Coordinates | 35°27′23.6″N 136°48′9″E / 35.456556°N 136.80250°ECoordinates: 35°27′23.6″N 136°48′9″E / 35.456556°N 136.80250°E |
| Type | Tiered |
| Total height | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Number of drops | 2 |
| Total width | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Watercourse | Nagara River |
The Hagi Falls (萩の滝 Hagi no Taki) is a waterfall located in Mount Dodo's small valley[1] in the city of Gifu, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. In 1986, it was named one of Gifu Prefecture's "50 Famous Waters."
Geography
Hagi Falls is the one natural waterfall located in the city of Gifu. It received its name because of the abundance of Japanese clover (萩 hagi) that once filled the surrounding area.
It is a two-tiered waterfall,[1] with the upper one being called the "Small Falls" (小滝 Kotaki) and the lower one being called the "Large Falls" (大滝 Ōtaki). Matsuo Pond was built in order to store and make use of the clear water from the Nagara River that flows through the falls.
Hagi Falls Nature Park
The Hagi Falls Nature Park was established to protect the surrounding area. It includes Matsuo Pond and Mount Dodo.
References
- 1 2 Gifu Kankō Guide - Kankō Search. (in Japanese) Gifu Prefecture Tourist Federation. Accessed May 23, 2008.