Otaki of Mitarai

The Mitarai Waterfall in Tosu City is known as a sacred site where Shugendo practitioners washed their hands and purified themselves. The breathtaking beauty of the waterfall cascading down the black rock face is a must-see, and you can also feel the solemn atmosphere of the shrine where Nyoirin Kannon, Dainichi Nyorai, and Fudo Myo-o are enshrined. It's also home to trout and salamanders, and many wild birds, making it a great spot for birdwatching. If you want to spend a healing moment in nature, this waterfall is highly recommended.

The Otaki Waterfall is a mystical spot located in Tosu City. On the cliff of the waterfall stands the Jyoi-rin Kannon, while inside the cave are enshrined the Dainichi Nyorai and Fudo Myoo. This waterfall, which prospered as a place of faith, was said to have been established by a monk who felt the beauty of the waterfall and the purity of the mountain along with the stone Buddhas and shrines that are enshrined in the surrounding area. It is recommended for those who want to refresh both their mind and body in a nature-rich environment.

Ontaki Falls in Ote-machi has historical value as a sacred site that has prospered since the Muromachi period. The waterfall, whose name comes from the fact that ascetic monks washed their hands and purified themselves there, is located in a beautiful natural setting where pure water flows. There are stone statues and shrines of various deities such as Dainichi Nyorai, Fudo Myoo, Kobo Daishi, and the Thirteen Buddhas in the surrounding area, and it has flourished as a place of faith. Currently, there are campsites and river pools set up, and it is bustling with people seeking relief from the summer heat.

The Otamagawa Waterfall is a nature-rich tourist spot located in Tosu City. The waterfall, which falls from a height of 22m, is breathtaking, and the surrounding area is home to Japanese dace and salamanders, as well as many wild birds. In addition, at the adjacent Natural Forest Fishing Resort, you can enjoy mountain trout fishing and carp fishing. There is also a campground and a free river pool, allowing you to spend an active holiday. It's recommended for those who want to refresh their mind and body while enjoying nature.