#doryufalls

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Doryū Falls: Threads of Water, Breath of the Forest・山梨県「吐竜の滝」：苔と清流が織りなす自然美

Tucked within the lush Kawamata Gorge of the Yatsugatake Highlands, Doryū Falls (吐竜の滝・Doryū-no-Taki) reveals another of its many serene faces. Here, spring water gracefully flows over mossy stones like silk spun by nature itself. Its name, “Doryū,” loosely translated as Dragon’s Breath, reflects the blending of Japan’s landscape with mythology.

In my latest write-up, I explore the meaning behind this name, its spiritual roots, and the calm beauty of capturing this quiet waterfall in its natural rhythm.

Location: Hokuto, Yamanashi Pref., Japan Timestamp: 2025/08/27・12:11 Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 + CP 28 mm ISO 100 for 1/20 sec. at ƒ/20

Read the full story (1-minute read) with links to Google Maps and sources:　https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20250827-doryu-falls

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Lush Moss under the Flow of Doryū Falls, Yamanashi Prefecture・吐竜の滝を彩る、瑞々しい苔の岩肌（山梨県）

Vivid green moss covers the rocks beneath Doryū Falls (吐竜の滝・Doryu-no-taki) in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. Fed by natural spring water flowing through the Kawamata Gorge, the soft cascade nourishes a lush carpet of moss and vegetation, creating a serene and timeless natural scene in the Yatsugatake Highlands.

Whether it’s moss growing on wet rocks, clinging to the side of a tree, or carpeting the grounds of a Japanese garden, I’m always captivated by its vivid green tones and velvety texture. It’s one of my favorite subjects to photograph whenever I discover it while exploring the outdoors with my border collie.

Location: Hokuto, Yamanashi Pref., Japan

Timestamp: 2025/08/27・12:05

Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 + CP

53 mm ISO 100 for 1/125 sec. at ƒ/4.5

Read the full story (1-minute read) with links to Google Maps and sources for a deeper dive: https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20250827-doryu-falls

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The Serene Flow of the Kawamata River, Yatsugatake Highlands・ 八ヶ岳の山麓に広がる、静寂の川俣川

Originating near the peak of Mt. Gongen (権現岳・Gongen-dake), the Kawamata River (川俣川・Kawamata-gawa) flows eastward before curving south through the verdant Kawamata Gorge. Midway along its 14-kilometer (8.7-mile) course, the river is joined by the pure spring waters of Doryū Falls (吐竜の滝・Doryū-no-Taki), forming a tranquil and cooling retreat amid the summer greenery of Yamanashi.

Read the full write-up (1-minute read) with links to sources for a deeper dive:

https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20250827-doryu-falls

Location: Hokuto, Yamanashi Pref., Japan Timestamp: 2025/08/27・11:51 Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 + CP 48 mm ISO 100 for 1/320 sec. at ƒ/7.1

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Capturing Doryū Falls: A Dragon’s Flow in the Yatsugatake Highlands・八ヶ岳の秘境、川俣川に流れる「吐竜の滝」を訪ねて

Nestled in the lush Kawamata Gorge of the Yatsugatake Highlands in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, Doryū Falls (吐竜の滝) cascades gracefully over mossy rocks, embodying Japan’s deep connection between nature and myth. In my latest blog post, I explore the mythology behind its name, its ties to Shinto and Buddhist traditions, and my experience photographing this serene landscape. Read the full story (1-minute read):

https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20250827-doryu-falls

Location: Hokuto, Yamanashi Pref., Japan Timestamp: 2025/08/27・14:47 Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 + CP 105 mm ISO 400 for 1/500 sec. at ƒ/5.6

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Exploring Doryu Falls with Border Collie in Yamanashi Pref., Japan・八ヶ岳の秘境、川俣川に流れる「吐竜の滝」・山梨県

I went to Doryu Falls (吐竜の滝) with my border collie, Dale-chan, in the Kawamata River Gorge (川俣川渓谷), located at the southern foot of Mount Gongen (権現岳) in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan.

We visited to escape the summer heat and to photograph the lush, mossy waterscapes along the Kawamata River.

The cool, clear water of the Kawamata River was the perfect way for Dale-chan to cool down, and I couldn't help but dip my feet in the river to cool off as well (and get some nice shots of the river).

For more information, including Google Maps links, background information, and high-resolution photos, check out the full blog post (just a 1-minute read):

Doryu Falls:

https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20250827-doryu-falls