Is Naena Falls Moonbow happening right now?
As of Jun 19, 2026, 8:54 PM, peak season now, through ~September 30. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
A moonbow is a rainbow produced by moonlight refracting in water droplets.
At Naena Falls (Naena no Taki) in Myoko, Niigata, the falls sometimes produce a visible moonbow on clear nights around the full moon when river flow and wind conditions create persistent spray.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
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| Naena Falls Main Viewing Platform (Naena no Taki Parking) |
| Naena Falls Main Viewing Platform (Naena no Taki Parking) |
This is the short version
This page shows a taste. The app has the full list of where to see this, the exact timing, and live conditions for 1,000+ natural phenomena worldwide, so you know the moment one is genuinely worth the trip.