You don't have to be confident in your physical strength to enjoy the illumination of TheAkame48Falls! Introducing “Yugen Bamboo Light”

*Photos of bamboo lights were taken in 2021 and 2022.

Article creation / Mie Travel Ambassador maami

▼Table of contents

• Highlights of “Yugen no Bamboo Light”
• More than 2000 bamboo lights of various sizes decorate the valley
• Also pay attention to the bamboo pattern ☆
• Actually, it's not only within the valley of TheAkame48Falls! ?
• How far do you walk? Isn't it tiring?
• Clothes and recommended things to bring
• Let's enjoy it with a spirit of mutual trust♪
• Dogs are also allowed to enter.
• “Yugen Bamboo Light” basic information
• About light-up business hours and fees
• Information on mountain entry regulations, etc.
• About TheAkame48Falls
• How to access by car or train
• Parking information
• Where is the toilet?
• How about some Akame gourmet food while strolling through the valley?
• Spice curry & cafe “EMBRACE SPICIES”
• Homemade pudding shop “Ninpo Akame Pudding”
• HekokiManju “Tamakiya”

Highlights of “Yugen no Bamboo Light”

First, I would like to introduce the highlights of ``Yugen no Bamboo Light.''
Although this event is held every year, the bamboo light layout is not exactly the same every year. You can also enjoy the illuminations of Reijaki Falls and Fudo Falls, which cannot be seen during the day! You can enjoy it with your family, couple, or even alone ☆

More than 2000 bamboo lights of various sizes decorate the valley

Every year, a bamboo light-up event is held at TheAkame48Falls from autumn to winter.
As you enter the valley, you will be greeted by beautiful bamboo lights.

In 2021 and 2022, round bamboo lights were installed around Gyoja Falls near the entrance.
The way it sometimes sways in the wind is like an invitation to a mysterious world.
I'm looking forward to seeing how this year's bamboo lights will be displayed!

Fudo Falls is the main area from TheAkame48Falls entrance.

If you go up the stairs in the upper left, you will arrive at Fudo Falls, the last stop of the illumination!
On the left before the stairs is Reija Falls, which is also lit up.

When snow accumulates in the valley, the atmosphere changes.
The collaboration of bamboo light and snow is rare and valuable even in Mie Prefecture!

Also pay attention to the bamboo pattern ☆

When you look at the bamboo lights one by one... there is a bamboo with the ``Pien'' emoji designed on it!
I found this Pien bamboo light during the 2021 event. There were also designs of Princess Kaguya and dragonflies♪

Actually, it's not only within the valley of TheAkame48Falls! ?

The ``Yugen Bamboo Light'' is displayed not only in the main area of TheAkame48Falls, but also in the forest area (sub-area).
・Forest area... From the small park to TheAkame48Falls entrance
The bamboo lights illuminated the autumn leaves and it was very magical!

How far do you walk? Isn't it tiring?

When you hear about TheAkame48Falls, some people may think, ``That's a lot of walking, right?'' or ``It seems like it's going to be a pain to walk.''

In fact, the only part of the valley that is illuminated is Fudo Falls, which is about a 6-minute walk from the entrance!
There are almost no ups and downs up to the stairs in front of Fudo Falls, and the path is paved and easy to walk, so even those who are not confident in their physical strength or are not good at hiking will arrive there in no time.

Clothes and recommended things to bring

It can get very cold in the valley from evening to night, so be sure to wear a coat or jumper to protect yourself from the cold.
Especially after December, it may snow, so it's even better to have a scarf, knit hat, earmuffs, and gloves.

I keep a warmer in my coat pocket and wear thick tights!

We recommend non-slip sneakers or boots.
On snowy days, it's safe to have simple crampons that can be attached to your shoes.

Let's enjoy it with a spirit of mutual trust♪

There are paved roads inside TheAkame48Falls Valley, but as you can see, there are also narrow roads.

• The use of tripods is permitted when taking photos, but their use on narrow roads like this will obstruct traffic, so refrain from using them when there are many people passing by, and always give priority to pedestrians. let's.
  
  

• Please do not enter the river, as it is very dangerous and may damage your work.
  
  
• I think there are some people who want to take pictures of the same place. Let's compromise and enjoy the bamboo light.
  
  
• ​Drone photography is strictly prohibited within the valley.

Dogs are also allowed to enter.

[Dogs are welcome to enter as long as you follow the rules below! ]

• The Akame Valley is home to the giant salamander, a special natural monument, and valuable plants.
  From a pet protection standpoint, be sure to properly dispose of your pet's feces and urine and take the excrement home with you.
  We recommend using pet diapers or manner bands.
  
  
• Be sure to wear a leash (please keep the leash short)
  Entry into the mountain without a leash is prohibited.
  
  
• Please use a carry bag or backpack upstream from Senju Falls.
  *Excludes guide dogs and service dogs.

“Yugen Bamboo Light” basic information

About light-up business hours and fees

The illumination of ``Yugen no Bamboo Akari'' in 2023 will vary depending on the day, so please refer to the information below.

“Yugen Bamboo Light” illumination schedule and time zone

Information on mountain entry regulations, etc.

In order to protect everyone's safety,

・During bad weather or heavy rain
・Approaching typhoon

In rare cases, it may be determined that it is dangerous to enter the mountain, so please check the website and official SNS for the latest information on the valley.
I always check before leaving home♪

◆TheAkame48Falls Official Homepage
◆TheAkame48Falls /Instagram
◆TheAkame48Falls Official X (old Twitter)

About TheAkame48Falls

How to access by car or train

It is possible to go to TheAkame48Falls by car or public transportation, but the nearest bus stop does not have bus service after evening.
Therefore, you can either drive or take a taxi from Kintetsu Akameguchi Station.
There are not many taxis, so we recommend making a reservation in advance.

[Kintetsu Taxi/Nabari Office]
TEL: 0595-63-0103

Parking information

TheAkame48Falls does not have its own parking lot.
Please use one of the several private paid parking lots nearby!
When the leaves turn red, the spots near the entrance fill up quickly.

The average parking fee in the neighborhood is 500 yen to 800 yen, but this varies depending on the season.

Taki Sake Store/Paid parking lot

Where is the toilet?

There is a restroom near TheAkame48Falls Falls, which is about a 15-minute walk from the entrance to the Akame Shijuhachi Falls Valley, but when it's lit up, you can only go as far as Fudo Falls, which is closer to the entrance.

Therefore, please use the restroom before entering the "Taki Sake Store Paid Parking Lot" or the "Akame Natural History Museum" that I introduced earlier.
Akame Natural History Museum not only has toilets, but also a nursing room!

Akame Natural History Museum

How about some gourmet food and souvenirs from Akame while strolling through the valley?

Here are some recommended spots to visit before the "Yugen no Bamboo Light" event!
Introducing shops opening in 2023 and sweets unique to Akame♪

☆Spice Curry & Cafe “EMBRACE SPICIES”

☆Homemade pudding shop “Ninpo Akame Pudding”

☆ HekokiManju “Tamakiya”

Spice curry & cafe “EMBRACE SPICIES”

A cafe and spice curry shop that opened in January 2023 in the cafe space inside the Akame Natural History Museum!
Although it is called "spice", it is not extremely spicy, but rather is cooked to suit the Japanese palate.
We use fresh vegetables from Kamino Itazura, which is grown using natural and organic methods.
The curry menu changes daily, and the curry may be sold out even on weekdays! (This day was also sold out)

EMBRACE SPICES

Homemade pudding shop “Ninpo Akame Pudding”

Opening in August 2023 near the Akame Valley “Forest Area”!
There are several flavors such as plain, roasted green tea, matcha, and mango, and the pudding container is cute and will get you excited♪
The ingredients used are also locally sourced, including eggs and chicken from a poultry farm located at the foot of AoyamaPlateau.
In addition to pudding, they also sell drinks. You can also eat and drink in the eat-in space for take-out or souvenirs.

Ninpo Akame Pudding

HekokiManju “Tamakiya”

"Omanju" baked with plenty of sweet potatoes
There is a wide variety of flavors such as plain, red bean paste, matcha, apple, and cream cheese.
A classic sweet that is loved both locally and internationally ♡
You can eat it immediately after buying it, or take it as a souvenir. Please give it a try!

Tamakiya

How was it?

This year's "Yugen Bamboo Light" event will be held soon!
It's a rare place in Japan where you can enjoy bamboo light while interacting with waterfalls and nature, so we highly recommend everyone to come and see it!
Of course, I will also be there to see it, so I will provide you with the latest information at a later date.