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A Trip to Sudare no Taki: The Mini Icefall on Mount Muroran That Only Appears in Winter!
Finally, We've Arrived! A Breathtaking View Awaits at the End of the Adventure
As you proceed further, you'll hear a faint pattering sound from deep within the withered forest. Head towards the sound, and a mini icefall about 6-7 meters high will appear! You've arrived at Sudare no Taki!

The pattering sound was the dripping of water from the top of the waterfall. Depending on the time and weather, the waterfall might be smaller, or it might be frozen so solid that not a single drop falls. This makes it a truly once-in-a-lifetime view!

You can get right up close to the waterfall, so feel free to touch the frozen cascade, peek inside, or enjoy lunch with a view. Try every way you can think of to enjoy it. Of course, breaking the ice or leaving trash is not allowed.

On this day, no one else came, so I had this natural work of art all to myself. Having an icefall, even a mini one, to yourself is an incredibly rare and captivating experience! After soaking up the grand nature, head back the way you came. Since you went down to the river, the way back is uphill, so gather your strength for one last push! After your descent, warm up your chilled body with a bowl of Muroran's famous "Curry Ramen" before heading home!
<Please Note>
When entering the mountains, be sure to carry appropriate hiking gear, a map, a headlamp, etc., and research your route thoroughly before you go. If it's your first time or you're unsure about your physical fitness, we recommend consulting with or being accompanied by an experienced hiker.
Mount Muroran Sanroku Sogo Park (Danpara Park)
■Address: 143-3 Jindai-cho, Muroran, Hokkaido
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Daisuke Sato
After working for a travel agency, traveling around the world, and working for a travel magazine, he returned to his hometown of Muroran. He was involved in promoting local tourism and organizing outdoor events as Muroran's first Community-Reactivating Cooperator Squad member. Currently, under the name BROCKEN, he collaborates with creators from various regions to undertake a wide range of projects, including planning and editing for magazines and websites, logo design, and video production.
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