Mikaeri-No-Taki Falls



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Last June we had a great time visiting Karatsu with senpai tachi and Japanese friends.It was fun having time at Mikaeri no Taki as it was hot when summer. The scenery was breath taking and way to beautiful. We drove about an hour from Saga shi to Mikaeri no Taki.Parking lots were provided there and its free of charge.The entrance fee is free but donation for environment clean-up will be appreciated during the period of "Ajisai Matsuri (hydrangea festival)" in June every year.

Mikaeri No Taki Fall of Ikisa River in Ouchi town, Karatsu city is designated as one of the top 100 waterfalls of Japan. The waterfall is adorned with cherry blossoms in spring, rich greenery in summer and autumn leaves in the fall. The hydrangea which bloom in June and July are of particular viewing value. The 40 different types of hydrangea, which number around 40,000 and come in blue, pink, purple and more, create a spectacular scene in combination with the magnificent waterfall, said to be the greatest in Kyushu.

Acces to Mikaeri no Taki:

From train station: About 7-minute drive from Ouchi Station on the JR Karatsu Line

Period: Saturday, June 9 - Sunday, July 1, 2012
During the Hydrangea Festival, shuttle buses run between JR Ouchi Station and Mikaeri-No-Taki Falls on Saturdays and Sundays (fees apply)
Drive along Route 203 from Nagasaki Expressway Taku IC toward Karatsu and turn right at “Hamashirobashi” intersection in Ouchi town. The Falls are about 20 km and 25-minute drive away from Taku IC
From Karatsu, drive along Route 203 toward Saga City, and turn right at “Yamasakibashi” intersection. The Falls are about 15 km and 20-minute drive away from Karatsu.