Uriwarinotaki (Breaking Waterfall) is a waterfall selected for the "100 Best Waters," named from the legend that the water temperature does not change throughout the year and is so cold that a melon soaked in it would crack even in summer. Proceeding into the mysterious forest, light shines through the trees, and a waterfall with abundant water appears in a fantastic scene where moss grows on the rocks.
A spring located within Wakasa Uriwari Meisui Park that spreads across the foothills behind the precincts of Tentokuji Temple. The clear stream of water surrounded by the greenery of trees is cool even in summer, a healing spot overflowing with negative ions.
Cold Water Revered as a Divine Spring Since Ancient Times
Uriwarinotaki (Breaking Waterfall), a representative famous water spot in Wakasa Town known for the beauty of its water, was selected for the "100 Best Waters" by the Environment Agency (current Ministry of the Environment) in 1985 (Showa 60). It is said to be named "Uriwari" because it is so cold that it cracks melons even in summer.
Originally located in the precincts of Tentokuji Temple opened by Taicho Daishi in the Yoro era (717-724), it has been revered as a divine spring since ancient times.
The Spring Water Flowing Like a Waterfall is Beautiful and Mysterious
About a 5-minute walk from the parking lot. Passing in front of Tentokuji Temple and proceeding along the path through the trees, you will see spring water flowing like a waterfall at the back of a slightly wide space. Combined with the solemn atmosphere of the surroundings, a beautiful and mysterious scene like a garden spreads out.
The water volume is abundant at 4,500 tons/day, and you can scoop up the cold water of about 12°C with your hands; there is also a water drawing area near the parking lot where you can fill plastic tanks or bottles to take home. About 10,000 hydrangeas are planted in the park, and a beautiful landscape spreads out around June.
*Since it is water gushing out in a natural environment, please judge for yourself regarding drinking.
