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Shimajiri Mangrove Forest. © touristinjapan.com
Nature, Okinawa

Shimajiri Mangrove

by touristinjapanupdated on February 6, 2020August 22, 2019Leave a Comment on Shimajiri Mangrove

Shimajiri Mangrove forest is a unique mangrove eco-system in Miyakojima. The area is rich on plant and animal life. From the installed walkways it is possible to see birds, crabs, mudskippers and much more. It is a great place for nature lovers and children. About mangroves: A mangrove is technically a type of tree which …

Kanto, Nature

Kamakura Forest Hiking Trails

by touristinjapanupdated on March 29, 2022April 29, 20191 Comment on Kamakura Forest Hiking Trails

Kamakura is beautifully located by the sea, and is backed and surrounded by small mountains. In the hills surrounding Kamakura there are a number of beautiful forest trails. These trails make for a great escape from the city, and provide a good way to walk between some of the areas major attractions and temples while …

Madoiwa rock at Sosogi Coast
Chubu, Nature

Sosogi Coast

by touristinjapanupdated on April 14, 2020February 11, 2019Leave a Comment on Sosogi Coast

The Sosogi Coast, is an approximately 2km (1.25mi) stretch of rocky coast along the northern shore of the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. The weather-worn rock formations define the appearance of this coast line, which has earned a listing as a “special place of scenic beauty“, a designation given by the Japanese government. 

Kotogahama Beach, Noto Peninsula
Chubu, Nature

Kotogahama Beach (Singing Sand)

by touristinjapanupdated on June 19, 2020December 31, 2018Leave a Comment on Kotogahama Beach (Singing Sand)

Towards the northern end of the rugged Noto Kongo Coast you find Kotogahama, a beach of singing sand. The flat, sandy beach stands out, on the otherwise dark and rocky shoreline. Due to the shape of the beach, and lack of large rocks in the water, the waves can roll in nicely, thus creating a …

Noto Kongo Coast, rugged coast landscape
Chubu, Nature

Noto Kongo Coast

by touristinjapanupdated on December 29, 2018December 17, 2018Leave a Comment on Noto Kongo Coast

Noto Kongo Coast (sometimes referred to as Notokongou) is a rugged stretch of coast on the western side of the Noto Peninsula, in Ishikawa Prefecture.

Yoshitsune no Funakakushi, Noto Kongo Coast, Noto Peninsula, Ishikawa Prefecture
Chubu, Nature

Yoshitsune no Funakakushi & Yase Cliff

by touristinjapanupdated on April 16, 2020December 10, 2018Leave a Comment on Yoshitsune no Funakakushi & Yase Cliff

Yoshitsune no Funakakushi, literally meaning “Yoshitsunes Boat Hiding” is a long, narrow gorge found on the Noto Kongo Coast of the Noto Peninsula.

Hatago iwa. Credit: *sii of flickr.com
Chubu, Nature

Hatago Iwa “Married Rocks”

by touristinjapanupdated on September 22, 2022December 3, 2018Leave a Comment on Hatago Iwa “Married Rocks”

Hatago Iwa (機具岩), also known as Noto Futami, are a pair of sacred rocks located in the sea a few kilometers north of the famous Ganmon rocks on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture.

Ganmon, the sea gate. Noto Peninsula.
Chubu, Nature

Ganmon “Gate Rock” and Sea Cave

by touristinjapanupdated on April 16, 2020November 26, 2018Leave a Comment on Ganmon “Gate Rock” and Sea Cave

Located with it’s entire west coast facing the Sea of Japan, the Noto peninsula is known as a rough place to live. The rough coastal landscape along the Noto Kongo Coast is a testimony to the harsh conditions. The roughness of this stretch of coast is especially visible at Ganmon Sea Cave (Ganmon Cliffs). Here the …

View from Mt. Arashima, Fukui Prefecture
Chubu, Nature

Hiking Mt. Arashima (Fukui)

by touristinjapanupdated on April 16, 2020November 19, 2018Leave a Comment on Hiking Mt. Arashima (Fukui)

Mt. Arashima is listed as on one of the 100 best mountains (Hyakumeizan) in Japan. Located in i a very rural area of Fukui Prefecture it is not one of the most easily accessible mountains for hiking. However that makes it even more special, as you will only meet the odd hiker on the trails. …

Jogasaki Coast Cliffs
Chubu, Nature

Jogasaki Coast Hike

by touristinjapanupdated on July 18, 2022August 13, 20185 Comments on Jogasaki Coast Hike

Jogasaki Coast (Jōgasaki Kaigan) is a stunning stretch of coast on the eastern side of the Izu peninsula. The coastline is famous for it’s beautiful cliffs and views and is reachable from Tokyo in just 90 minutes. There are a few attractions and view points along the coast, but most importantly there is a really …

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