Kawazu Seven Waterfalls

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"The most captivating stretch of my hikes was the Kawazu Seven Waterfalls, where the path led into a gorge with a seemingly endless parade of falling water; in the cool, shady mountain air, it made for an ideal, scenic walk." - Kristen E. Pope Kristen E. Pope Kristen E. Pope is a Wyoming-based freelance writer and editor specializing in outdoor adventure, science, conservation, and travel. Her work has appeared in publications including National Geographic, Smithsonian, Fodor’s, and Lonely Planet. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines