Nanataki Falls

Waterfall Multi-tiered waterfall in Akita Prefecture

A waterfall in Akita Prefecture reached by forest paths; visitors time trips for autumn foliage and local trail walking.

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Nanataki Falls
40.3557, 140.7839

How to Get to Nanataki Falls #

Most visitors reach Nanataki by regional road access; from Akita city or nearby towns drive toward the mountain areas of the prefecture and follow local signage. Public buses may operate seasonally; check local transport timetables.

Tips for Visiting Nanataki Falls #

  • Bring a telephoto lens for compressed views of the cascade tiers and to capture water motion from a safe distance.
  • Avoid visiting right after heavy rain - upstream flash floods can make the gorge dangerous.
  • Wear rubber‑soled shoes: the rock near the observation points can be slick even in dry weather.

Best Time to Visit Nanataki Falls #

Best from late spring through early autumn when trails are open and the falls have strong flow.

Late spring-summer
May-Aug · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Warmer weather and full water flow from snowmelt in upstream areas.
Autumn
Sep-Nov · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Crisp, clearer air and often better visibility for photography.

Weather & Climate near Nanataki Falls #

Climate

Nanataki Falls's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1441 mm/year), wettest in September.

Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -1°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-4°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.3h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 24°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

156 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.6h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 26°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

162 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
13.6h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (164 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

164 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

121 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

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