Which Japanese waterfall drops 97 metres from Lake Chūzenji near Nikkō?

Kegon Falls is the Japanese waterfall that drops 97 metres from Lake Chūzenji near Nikkō.

The waterfall is the main outlet of Lake Chūzenji, which was created by volcanic activity in the Nikkō area. Water flows from the lake over a volcanic cliff before continuing through the Daiya River system. The falls are located in Nikkō National Park in Tochigi Prefecture.

Kegon Falls is regarded as one of Japan’s three most celebrated waterfalls, alongside Nachi Falls and Fukuroda Falls. Its principal plunge is about 97 metres, although smaller surrounding streams and seasonal flows add to the broader scene.

The site became a well-known tourist destination after an elevator was installed in the twentieth century, allowing visitors to reach a lower observation area. Kegon Falls is also associated with autumn foliage and winter ice formations, while its name is sometimes confused with Shōmyō Falls, Japan’s tallest waterfall by total height.