Nachi waterfall lit up for test

Nachi waterfall lit up for test

NACHIKATSUURA, Japan - The Nachi waterfall (R), one of the highest waterfalls in Japan, and nearby Seigantoji Temple in Wakayama Prefecture are lit up Dec. 19 in a test operation for the New Year's.

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