Hossawa Falls Live Camera | Motoshuku, Hinohara, Nishitama District, Tokyo

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This is the Hossawa Falls live camera installed at Hossawa Falls in Motoshuku, Hinohara Village, Nishitama District, Tokyo. The camera shows the current view of Hossawa Falls, the weather around the waterfall basin, winter icefall and freezing conditions, the atmosphere during autumn foliage season, and conditions around the area during the summer illumination period. The stream is provided by the Hinohara Village Office.

Hossawa Falls is the only waterfall in Tokyo selected as one of Japan’s Top 100 Waterfalls. It is a four-tier waterfall about 60 meters long and 50 meters deep, and visitors can mainly view the lowest tier up close from the promenade. Because it takes about 15 minutes on foot from the parking area or bus stop to the waterfall basin, checking the live camera before departure is useful for weather, water volume, freezing, and seasonal crowd conditions.

Table of contents

Watch Live Camera
Live Camera Information
What You Can Check With the Hossawa Falls Live Camera
Checking Icefall and Freezing Conditions at Hossawa Falls
Parking and Crowded Seasons at Hossawa Falls
Access From Musashi-Itsukaichi Station to Hossawa Falls
Autumn Leaves, Summer Illumination, and Seasonal Highlights
Notes Before Visiting Hossawa Falls
Weather in Hinohara, Nishitama District, Tokyo
Rain cloud radar in Hinohara, Nishitama District, Tokyo
Map of Motoshuku, Hinohara, Nishitama District, Tokyo (Google Maps)
Related videos of Hossawa Falls
Nearby Related Live Cameras
Nearby Live Cameras

Watch Live Camera

If you want to check the current appearance of Hossawa Falls, use the link below to view the Hinohara Village Office live camera page. It is helpful for checking winter freezing conditions, the atmosphere during autumn foliage season, and water volume after rain.

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Live Camera Information

Distribution type – video
Distribution and management – Hinohara Village Office
Related sites – Hinohara Village Tourism Association and Hossawa Falls visitor parking information
Installation location – Hossawa Falls, 5545-2 Motoshuku, Hinohara Village, Nishitama District, Tokyo 190-0214
Image source – Created by modifying images from the Hinohara Village Office website

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What You Can Check With the Hossawa Falls Live Camera

The Hossawa Falls live camera lets you check the current state of the waterfall in Motoshuku, Hinohara Village. It is useful when you want to see the water volume, brightness around the waterfall basin, local weather, conditions after rain, and winter freezing. In the coldest part of winter, it can be especially helpful before visiting to see the icefall or frozen sections of the waterfall.

Hossawa Falls is located in a mountain area, so the weather and temperature can feel different from central Tokyo. Checking the live camera, weather forecast, and rain cloud radar before going makes it easier to choose clothing, shoes, and departure timing.

Checking Icefall and Freezing Conditions at Hossawa Falls

In winter, part of Hossawa Falls may freeze and form an icefall. Hinohara Village provides information on freezing conditions from January to February each year, and checking that information together with the live camera makes it easier to understand the current state of the waterfall.

Icefall conditions change depending on temperature, sunlight, and recent weather. Even after several cold days, ice may melt or fall if daytime temperatures rise. If you visit in winter, check the waterfall on the live camera and be careful of icy ground underfoot.

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Parking and Crowded Seasons at Hossawa Falls

There is a visitor parking area for Hossawa Falls, but parking capacity is limited. Long holidays, summer vacation, autumn foliage season, the icefall period, and sunny weekends can be crowded, and the parking area may fill early. If you plan to visit by car, allow extra time.

It takes about 15 minutes on foot from the parking area to the waterfall basin. The promenade is generally easy to walk, but it can become slippery on rainy days or in winter. Check the weather, rain cloud radar, and live camera image before visiting, and wear comfortable walking shoes.

Access From Musashi-Itsukaichi Station to Hossawa Falls

When using public transportation, the common route is to take a Nishi Tokyo Bus from Musashi-Itsukaichi Station on the JR Itsukaichi Line and get off at the Hossawa-no-Taki Iriguchi bus stop. From the bus stop, walk along the road near Hinohara Tofu Chitoseya and continue along the streamside promenade toward the waterfall basin.

The walk from the bus stop to the waterfall takes about 15 minutes. During long holidays, autumn foliage season, and the icefall period, the parking area can be crowded, so public transportation may be worth considering. Bus frequency and timetables vary by season and day of the week, so check the Nishi Tokyo Bus timetable before departure.

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Autumn Leaves, Summer Illumination, and Seasonal Highlights

Hossawa Falls is a popular scenic spot in Hinohara Village, with a different atmosphere in each season. Spring and early summer bring fresh greenery, summer brings the cool sound of the waterfall, autumn brings colored leaves, and winter draws attention for icefall and freezing conditions. The live camera helps you check local weather and the atmosphere around the waterfall before visiting.

In summer, Hossawa Falls may be illuminated for a limited period in connection with the Hossawa Falls Furusato Summer Festival. The promenade is usually dark at night and is not suitable for ordinary nighttime visits, but during event periods the illuminated waterfall may create a special atmosphere. Event dates, traffic restrictions, and parking arrangements can change each year, so check official information before visiting.

Notes Before Visiting Hossawa Falls

The promenade to Hossawa Falls is a walking path with gentle slopes and steps. Some sections have wood chips, but there are uneven areas, and wheelchairs cannot reach the waterfall basin. On rainy days and in winter, the path may become slippery, so walking shoes are recommended.

At night, the promenade has few lights and the surrounding area becomes dark, so visiting at night is not recommended under normal conditions. In winter, be careful of frozen ground and low temperatures. Check the live camera, weather forecast, and rain cloud radar, and plan your visit without overexerting yourself.

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