Akame Waterfall Illumination (Takiakari)
Visitors stroll through the forested river valley where more than 2,000 bamboo lanterns cast warm light across mossy boulders and running water. The lanterns feature delicate cutout patterns handcrafted from local thinned timber by regional artisans and students. Guests can enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the deep forest darkness paired with the gentle sound of the falls.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
When
Tickets
大人700円、子供（小・中学生）400円。渓谷保全料1,000円を支払った人はそのまま観覧できます。.
Hours
10月31日～11月30日 17:00~20:00; 12月5日～1月24日 17:00~19:30.
Ages
All ages
Parking
無料駐車場あり（約250台）。.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- From December the lights only run on weekends and public holidays, apart from the Dec 22–25 Christmas special, so plan your trip around those days.
- If you've already paid the gorge conservation fee for a daytime walk, you can stay on and see the illumination without buying another ticket.
- Stop at Mori no Coco-mi-chan inside the gorge for a hot cocoa as you walk the lantern-lit path toward Fudō Falls.
- Come in October or November to see the Japanese maples and other maples turning colour in the gorge alongside the bamboo lanterns.
- If you're not driving, take the Mie Kotsu bus from Kintetsu Akameguchi Station, which reaches the Akame-taki stop in about ten minutes.
Special Events & Promotions
- Christmas special opening Dec 22–25, including weekdays.
Links & Contact
Run by (一社)名張市観光協会
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far does the lit trail go?
The walking path is lit from the gorge entrance up to Fudō Falls. Seeing the falls lit up is a view you only get during this event.
Is there anything warm to drink?
Yes. Mori no Coco-mi-chan, a shop inside the gorge, serves hot cocoa.
Who makes the bamboo lanterns?
The lanterns are made from local thinned timber. The local bamboo workshop Takesuzume makes them together with elementary and high school students, as an SDGs project.
Can I get there by public transport?
Yes. A Mie Kotsu bus runs from Kintetsu Akameguchi Station to the Akame-taki stop, about a 10-minute ride.
Are there restrooms?
Yes, there are restrooms.
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