Higashi Shiiya Falls

Higashi Shiiya Falls is located in a mountainous area of Ajimu Town, Usa City, Oita Prefecture, surrounded by deep forests and steep cliffs. The site is known for its dynamic water flow and lush greenery, attracting visitors throughout the year. The main feature is an 85-meter waterfall that drops in a straight line against a rugged rock face. The sound of the water falling and the continuous spray cool the surrounding air, while the contrast between the sheer rock walls and the dense trees around the pool below creates a striking natural scene typical of the region.

The path leading to the falls passes through a scenic forest where sunlight filters through the trees. This trail is used for hiking and allows walkers to observe the varied vegetation and clear waters up close. The forest changes with the seasons, offering different views throughout the year. Along the stream that continues from the waterfall, people spend time cooling off and, depending on the season and weather, may enter the water.

The combination of the quiet forest and the forceful waterfall presents a location where visitors can experience a certain natural scale apart from everyday noise. Visitors include those quietly taking photographs as well as families enjoying time by the water, each engaging with the powerful waterfall and forest landscape in their own way.