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A strong tie between daily lives of its local people and
natural splendid waters spouting out from countless spots
in the region convinces of the fact that Taketa City has its
national reputation as the home of great waters. 65 thousand
tons of water gushes out in the town daily.
History of the town dates back to AD 1185 when origin of Oka
Castle was built by Koreyoshi Ogata, later the castle was
remodeled and officially named "Oka Castle" in 14th
century. The castle is also known as motif of composer Rentaro
Taki's work, "Kojo no Tsuki (The moon over desolate castle)".
It is not difficult to encounter fine water spots as visitors
walk along a number of rivers that run through the town. Among
others, "Sensui Springs" is known for its abundant
water volume and unique water wheel at the source. Sensui
Spring is also a home of "Enoha" trout and fireflies.
Famous springs in the same area include "Yabaru Spring",
"Kawauda Spring", "Narutaki Spring", and
"Shioi Spring".
In addition to natural springs, Taketa City also has other
pleasures such as great waterfalls and old stone bridges.
"Amushi-no-Taki" waterfall demonstrates powerful
fall of fresh water, whereas "Sobozan Ichigo-me no Taki"
fall attracts visitors for its fine-look.
A number of old stone bridges are cast over rivers in the
town, rather reservedly presenting their handsome arches.
Among them is "Meisei Iro" bridge, with length of
78m it is the largest water bridge in Japan.
Location: Taketa City, Oita Prefecture
Transportation: Take "Taketa Kotsu" bus for Yoneyama
from "Bungo Taketa Station" on JR Hohi Line, drop
at "Kawauda" stop
Contact: Taketa City Office 0974-63-1111
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Waterfall
of Soboyama 1go-me (Photo by Taketa City Office) |
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Waterfall of Ameushi (Photo by Taketa City Office) |
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Sensui Springs
(Photo by Taketa City Office)
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Meisei-Iro stone bridge (Photo by Taketa City Office)
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