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.
Nanataki Falls at a Glance#
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.
Weather & Climate near Nanataki Falls#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -1° | -9° | 112 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.5h |
| February | Poor | -7° - 0° | -8° | 93 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| March | Poor | -4° - 3° | -4° | 91 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.5 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 2° - 11° | 4° | 96 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.1h |
| May | Good | 8° - 17° | 12° | 88 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.3h |
| June | Good | 12° - 20° | 16° | 112 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.8h |
| July | Good | 17° - 24° | 21° | 156 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.6h |
| August | Good | 19° - 26° | 22° | 162 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.6h |
| September | Acceptable | 14° - 22° | 18° | 164 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Acceptable | 6° - 16° | 11° | 121 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Acceptable | 1° - 9° | 2° | 124 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| December | Poor | -4° - 2° | -5° | 122 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |