Kanba Falls

岡山県/真庭市神庭
神庭の滝

Description
This is a waterfall in central Okayama prefecture. It has a height of 110m, making it the highest in Western Japan. The area is also habitat to wild Japanese monkeys. The area is also popular for autumn leaf (momiji) viewing.


Address
717-0004
岡山県 真庭市神庭 岡山県真庭市神庭

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