Soubaku Dai — Attraction in Kamikawa

When I was there on October 2016, the stairs leading to the top of Sobakudai is partially damaged in a storm, resulting in less than ideal walk up to the observatory point. Steps are muddy and slippery and require you to be extra cautious at certain point of the track. Definitely not for people with bad reflexes.

However if you managed to walk all the way to the top, you'll be able to see both Ginga-no-taki and Ryusei-no-taki right in front of you. If you're lucky, you'll able to see the peak of Kurodake right behind the fountains!

The entrance to this place is kind of hidden as it is located behind the shoplots near the parking spot. The whole hike should take around 15~20...

Hidden behind the gift shop is the access to a trail that leading to the view gallery. The climb up can be dangerous as the steps are not in good conditions with many metal spikes exposing posing as tripping hazards. View on the way up is beautiful and view on top is rewarding as one can view both the Gingano and...

This is the viewpoint for Ryusei and Ginga waterfalls, where you can see both falls at eye level. I think it's the best spot to view them, though it does require some physical effort. There are two viewing platforms, but in my opinion, the first one is sufficient. You can park at the rest stop and climb...