Waterfalls are exotic creatures of God and enjoying a sprawl has edged its way closer and closer to the natural areas, after walking toward the falls on well-paved roads, the actual route to the waterfalls is a steep incline “Get some snacks with you :(“. There are four waterfalls to choose from: Ondaki, Mendaki, Tsusumigadaki and Izumoki, depending on how far you want to hike. The lowest-level one is relatively easy to get to; whereas the hardest one lurks at the top of a steep flight of steps.

Most people usually go to the second waterfall which can be accessed in an hour or so on foot, even at a slow pace. As for the view, most people prefer Ondaki simply because it is the most massive of the bunch.

•  Location: 1 Kanocho Itchome, Chūō-ku, Kobe, Hyōgo-ken , Japan
• Line(s):  Sanyo Shinkansen, Seishin-Yamate Line, Hokushin Line
• Platforms: 2 side platforms (upper level)
  1 island platform and 1 side platform (lower level)
• Tracks: 5

ShinKobe Waterfalls, Ready for the journey!

But, the second waterfall (Tsusumigadaki) is also worth a trip (especially for photographers), because the way the water rushes out of the rocks makes it one of the most aesthetically pleasing.

On the walk, don’t worry about not being able to find the falls, as hikers will feel the cooling mist and dipping temperatures long before it’s visible. If hiking in the summer months, be advised it can get a bit hot and humid. In that case, another way to see the falls is to take a ride up the ropeway, as it goes along the Rokko mountain chain.

Instead of having to choose between nature and the city, travelers can enjoy both. The best thing is that with nearby locales like the European-inspired Kitano area and in particular ease of reaching Flower Road, a trip to the Nunobiki waterfalls is a naturally beautiful yet very convenient spot. In a like manner, Nunobiki forest if you don’t mind the buzzing of hornets, it’s by far one of the best locations to enjoy nature.

As a matter of fact, It will be an enjoyable day whether you picked the ropeway or just bounced up to see the waterfalls.alternatively, you can rent a red Docomo electric bicycle for just 500 yen and take a smooth climb up. You might encounter exotic animals on the way up such as wild boars or crows heading for you, don’t panic they are cute :).

Waterfalls, How to Get There

• On foot: The waterfalls are best accessed from Shin Kobe station. You can walk unnamed paths directly to the waterfall via Google Maps.
• Densha: Shin-Kobe Station can be accessed by the Hokushinkyuko and Seishin-Yamate lines and the Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen.
• Driving: You can get near the hiking path by driving to a local park at this location: 〒651-0058, Nunobikiyama Fukiaichō, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyōgo-ken 651-0058

Moreover, No matter how many photos I took, I couldn’t capture the same view my eyes beheld. I found the pictures unable to convey the same emotions flowing through me.

In other words,  The time I spent at Kobe hiking Nunobiki Falls has been an unforgettable experience. 🙂 Love y’all.

Mostafa