Gaze at the spectacular twin waterfalls flowing down the cliff
About this spot
A scenic spot famous for Sounkyo Gorge, where the "Ginga Falls" and "Ryusei Falls" can be viewed side by side as they flow down steep cliffs. The delicately graceful Ginga Falls and the powerful, majestic Ryusei Falls create a striking contrast, earning them the nicknames "Male Falls" and "Female Falls." From the observation deck, you can get a close-up view, and the cool air from the mist provides perfect refreshment for summer hiking.
Fireworks details
Name: 層雲峡温泉峡谷火まつり 夏花火
Date & time: 7/25 (Sat) 本祭 ※以降8/15まで毎夜花火打上
Venue: 上川町・層雲峡
2026年7月25日(土)開催の本祭を皮切りに、層雲峡温泉峡谷火まつりでは8月15日まで毎夜花火が打ち上がります。19時から20時までの1時間、切り立つ岩壁に囲まれた渓谷の夜空に花火が次々と打ち上がり、岩壁に音が反響する様子は峡谷ならではの迫力です。大雪山国立公園の玄関口で見上げる花火は、都会の花火大会とはひと味違うスケール感を味わえます。
Tips
荒天時は中止となる場合があるため、当日の開催可否は事前に確認しましょう。渓谷の夜は冷え込むことがあるため羽織ものを。終了後は温泉街の道が混み合うことがあります。
Tips
Easily accessible by foot or car from Sounkyo Hot Spring Town. The road to the observation deck is paved, but the area around the falls can be wet, so wear comfortable walking shoes.
Best time to visit
Takes about 1 hour. Relatively quiet from late morning through midday
Access & map
Japan, 〒078-1701 Hokkaido Kamikawa District, Kamikawa Town, Sounkyo
Model course featuring this spot
2026 Sounkyo Gorge Flame Festival Summer Fireworks Full-Day Experience Course
Hokkaido
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