Trivia quiz about Kegon Falls. Deepen your knowledge of Nikko’s tourist attractions!

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

Kegon Falls is one of Nikko’s most iconic sightseeing spots.

Along with Nachi Falls, it is often counted among Japan’s three most famous waterfalls.

Its appeal lies not only in its breathtaking power, but also in the seasonal scenery you can enjoy throughout the year—its deeply atmospheric landscape captivates many visitors.

In this article, we’ll introduce trivia about Kegon Falls in a quiz format.

If you stock up on these facts, you’ll enjoy your visit even more—so take this chance to learn all about Kegon Falls.

Trivia quiz about Kegon Falls. Learn more about the tourist spots of Nikko! (11–20)

What kind of shop did Gorohei Hoshino open near the waterfall basin in 1900?

ryokan (traditional Japanese inn)
teahouse
souvenir shop

See the answer

teahouse

It was a teahouse called Gorōbei Chaya. In 1935, a rockfall from Kegon Falls occurred and struck the Gorōbei Chaya directly. The teahouse no longer exists today.

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Hane Keisuke