Akiu Otaki

Akiu Otaki Waterfall, located in Akiu-cho, Taihaku-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, is a beautiful waterfall selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls. The powerful scenery, with a drop of 55 meters and a width of 6 meters, can be seen up close by extending your feet to the basin of the waterfall. In addition, there is a waterfall viewing platform behind the Otaki Fudoson, where you can enjoy the majestic landscape. There are many natural tourist spots in the surrounding area, such as Akiu Onsen and Akiu Forest Park, where you can enjoy all day long. Akiu Otaki Waterfall, which has different charms depending on the season, is a must-see spot when visiting Sendai.

There are many delicious gourmet restaurants in the area around Akiu Otaki. In particular, the white stone hot noodles and curry hot noodles served at the restaurant next to the Akiu Otaki parking lot are popular. In addition, there are popular inns in the Akiu Onsen town where you can enjoy the beauty of the valley from an open-air bath and savor dishes made with local ingredients. There are also historic shrines and hot spring resorts in the area, making it a recommended tourist spot in the Sendai area.

In the area around Akiba Otaki Falls, you can enjoy activities that allow you to experience nature. At Akiba Otaki Botanical Garden, flowers such as Azaleas and Rhododendrons are in full bloom, and fun events such as craft workshops and stamp rallies are held. In addition, at Rairai Gorge, you can enjoy water sports such as rafting and canoeing. Why not have fun to your heart's content in the nature-rich area around Akiba Otaki Falls?

The area around Akiu Otaki is a recommended spot for a drive. It's about a 40-minute drive from Sendai city. The surrounding area is full of beautiful natural scenery and delicious gourmet restaurants. In addition, at Akiu Forest Park, you can enjoy activities such as barbecues and camping. Why not take a drive and explore the area around Akiu Otaki?

Akiu Otaki waterfall has different charms depending on the season. In spring, the rhododendrons are in full bloom, and in autumn, the foliage is beautiful. In winter, the Ice Waterfall Festival is held, allowing you to enjoy a fantastic view. Akiu Otaki waterfall, where you can feel the changes of the seasons, is a place that never gets boring no matter how many times you visit.