Shiraito Falls

Located in the southwestern foothills of Mount Fuji, Shiraito Falls is a 150 meter wide cascade of spring water coming from Mt Fuji that flows off a 20 meter high cliff. Because of its natural beauty and uniqueness, the Shiraito Falls have been part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu national park since 1936 and as such protected under the national monument act. It has been listed as one of Japan’s Top 11 Waterfalls since 1990. Finally, Shiraito Falls has been regarded for centuries as sacred under the Fuji Cult which includes both the Asama jinja and Sengen jinja that have already been featured on this channel.