Shiraito Falls

白糸の滝 (静岡県)

waterfall in Fujinomiya

#2 in Fujinomiya / #918 in Japan

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Shiraito Falls, located in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and unique formation. The falls are part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park and are fed by the snowmelt from Mount Fuji. The waterfall is characterized by its wide, curtain-like appearance, with water cascading gracefully over a broad cliff edge. The name "Shiraito" translates to "white threads," aptly describing the thin, white streams of water that gently flow down the rocky face, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.

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