Shirahige Falls

白ひげの滝

Shirahige Falls is a waterfall in the Shirogane Onsen area of Biei, about 600 meters above sea level. Unusually, its water comes from an underground river and seeps out through cracks in the cliff. The white streams fall about 30 meters into the bright blue Biei River below. The falls are lit up every evening after sunset.

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Visitor information

Opening hours

The falls are lit up all year from sunset until 9 p.m.

Getting there

About 30 minutes by bus from JR Biei Station.

About 30 minutes by car from JR Biei Station.

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Good to know

For the light-up, use the public parking lot in front of the Shirogane Tourist Center.

Tips for Muslim visitors

The falls are viewed from Blue River Bridge, about a 3-minute walk from the Dohoku Bus stop.
At night, frost-covered trees are lit up.
Natural sites may have few facilities. Bring water, a travel prayer mat and a qibla app, and check the weather; mountains and lakes can be much colder than the city.
Restrooms for wudu can be far apart on trails. Many Muslim travellers carry a small water bottle for wudu.
Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Hokkaido and the verified places to pray nearby.
Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.