The Ryusogataki Waterfall in Fukui Pref. was selected as one of Japan’s 100 Fine Waterfalls in 1990. There are various legends about the origin of the name; one legend has it that once upon a time a priest named Ryuso performed the ascetic practices through carving images of deities and Buddha here. Another has it that a dragon (ryu in Japanese) once lived in the basin and it sometimes swam up the waterfall to fly into the sky. Looking up at the waterfall of 60 meters in height, you will be overwhelmed by its dynamism. In early summer, when the mountains are covered by a mantle of fresh green, the waterfall best harmonizes with the surrounding landscape. If you see several pot holes in the downstream of the waterfall, you will be impressed by the power and mystery of the nature.