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Hirayu Otaki in April's Embrace: A Waterfall Framed by Snow Hirayu Otaki ((Hirayu Waterfall平湯大滝), a 64-meter waterfall with a width of 6 meters, is one of the three most famous waterfalls in Hida (飛騨). It has also been selected as one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. The waterfall's beauty transforms throughout the seasons, but it is especially impressive in the fall when the leaves change color. The  Frozen Hirayu Grand Waterfall Festival is held from February 15-25 every year, illuminating the frozen waterfall. Overall,  Hirayu Otaki   is a great destination for those seeking a beautiful and scenic hike. It's also a perfect place to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the Japanese Alps. Discovering Hirayu Otaki's Majesty: A Snowy Spring Adventure  (YouTube  link ) 奥飛騨温泉郷 No trip to Japan is complete without soaking in a natural hot spring, or onsen. Gifu Prefecture boasts some of the country's finest, and while exploring the famed onsen town of Hi...