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Oshidori-Kakushi Falls: A View from Meiji Onsen
「鴛鴦隠し滝」と「山の宿 明治温泉」の風景
- Location: Chino, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
- Timestamp: 06:49・2024/09/11
- Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 + CP
- 28 mm ISO 100 for 1/4 sec. at ƒ/11
Meiji Onsen Ryokan (featured in the upper right of the photo) is a traditional Japanese inn, steeped in 136 years of rich history.
Nestled beside the Shibu River, the ryokan overlooks a picturesque, multi-tiered, Oshidori-Kakushi Falls that gracefully cascade over moss-covered boulders. These rocks are tinged red from the mineral-rich, acidic waters flowing from the inn’s natural hot springs, creating a striking contrast with the lush greenery that surrounds the area.
Although Meiji Onsen officially opened its doors in 1888, the hot springs have been in use since the mid-1800s, initially providing relief to local farmers from nearby villages. Over the years, the restorative properties of the springs have attracted visitors seeking relief from fatigue and various ailments, such as neuralgia, rheumatism, and poor blood circulation.
The hot springs that feed the ryokan are classified as ferruginous springs, rich in iron carbonate. When exposed to oxygen, this iron turns a deep reddish-brown, giving the rocks downstream their unique rust-like hue—a testament to the springs' mineral content and natural beauty.
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