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Japan’s largest Kurobe Dam unleashes an awe-inspiring annual water release!

Published: 2026-09-25 👁 100 views
Last updated 2026-09-25 — The famous Japanese tourist attraction “Kurobe Gorge & Tateyama” opens this year from April 16 to November 30. The spectacular snow walls attract visitors from all over the world every year. In addition to the snow walls, the surrounding area is also home to Japan’s largest...

By / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department, compiled and reported
 

The famous Japanese tourist attraction “Kurobe Gorge & Tateyama” opens this year from April 16 to November 30. The spectacular snow walls attract visitors from all over the world every year. In addition to the snow walls, Japan’s largest dam, the “Kurobe Dam,” also begins its regular tourist water release activities. A massive flow of water cascades down from an altitude of 1,454 meters, creating a breathtaking and powerful spectacle that draws gasps of amazement!

With a discharge volume exceeding 10 tons per second, the view is magnificent and leaves people in awe. (Image source / kurobe-dam)

The beautiful dam scenery is refreshing and uplifting. (Image source / kurobe-dam)

In winter, the reservoir is covered in a dreamy layer of white ice. (Image source / kurobe-dam)

During the water release, mist fills the air and a beautiful rainbow can be faintly seen. (Image source / alpen-route)

The Kurobe Dam is Japan’s largest hydroelectric dam, standing 186 meters tall with a crest length of 492 meters. It is a main attraction along the Alps Route and conducts regular tourist water releases from June 26 to October 15 each year. The water discharge can reach 10–15 tons per second. Visitors can enjoy the scenic views on both sides of the Kurobe Dam, and on clear days, a beautiful rainbow may even appear. Each year, many tourists visit the dam.

2,400-meter-high Tateyama Kurobe Gorge opens for the season – a must-see giant snow wall!

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