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Ryuzu Falls

Ryuzu Falls

竜頭の滝

Ryuzu Falls is one of the great waterfalls of Oku-Nikko, near Lake Chuzenji. The water runs down over rocks in two cascades for more than 210 meters. It is especially beautiful when the rhododendrons bloom in May and June, and when the maple and linden trees turn red and yellow in autumn. An observation deck right by the falls gives a good view.

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Visitor information

Getting there

About 1 hour from Nikko Station or Tobu-Nikko Station by bus bound for Chuzenji Onsen/Yumoto Onsen.

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

Good to know

  • There is an observation deck right by the falls.
  • Best seasons: rhododendron blossoms (May–June) and autumn leaves (September–October).
  • It is known as one of the five greatest waterfalls in Nikko.

Tips for Muslim visitors

  • The falls are a short walk from the Ryuzu-no-taki bus stop.
  • 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 Tochigi 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.

Prayer times in Tochigi

Today (5 Nov 2026)

  1. Fajr04:30
  2. Sunrise06:07
  3. Dhuhr11:26
  4. Asr14:18
  5. Maghrib16:40
  6. Isha18:08

Times are calculated for Utsunomiya. Times may differ elsewhere in Tochigi.

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Halal food near Ryuzu Falls

We have not verified a halal restaurant near here yet. Until then, these guides can help you choose food safely:

Distances and walking times are estimates based on straight-line distance.

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Photo: 663highland, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Sources (Checked 5 Nov 2026): visitnikko.jp, visit-tochigi.com