Hiyoriyama Coast ⭐, a ria coast extending from the mouth of the Maruyama River to east of Takeno Coast, offers a spectacular view, a 10-minute drive from Kinosaki Onsen Station. This vista, perfect for social media, showcases the Sea of Japan stretching below the cliffs, waves crashing against the rocks, and the ria coast's unique rock formations. Walking paths and bridges along the coast provide opportunities to leisurely appreciate this impressive scenery.
Panoramic Views of Nochigashima Island from Hiyoriyama Coast, Japan (YouTube link)
Attractions and Activities
Nochigashima Island 後ヶ島
Small, uninhabited island near Hiyoriyama Coast
Associated with the Urashima Taro folktale (where he opened the forbidden box)
Features a Dragon Palace-style gazebo (あずまや; built in 1950)
Adds charm and mystique to the area
Viewing Points
Various points along the coast offer breathtaking views
Kinosaki Marine World provides excellent views as well
Sunrise and sunset are ideal for photography and scenic enjoyment
Unkai (うんかい / 雲海 / Sea of Clouds)
Phenomenon occurring from autumn to early winter
Fog from the Toyooka Basin drifts toward the coast
Creates a surreal scene with the gazebo appearing to float on clouds
Kinosaki Marine World
Aquarium located right by the coast
Offers marine life exhibits
Provides panoramic views of Hiyoriyama Coast
Popular for its educational content and scenic location
Kinosaki Marine World: Marine Life and Coastal Views (YouTube link)
Photo Gallery
Hiyoriyama Coast in Japan's San'in region blends natural beauty with cultural heritage, making it a must-visit. The coast's allure peaks in late autumn to winter, ideal for seeing the cloud sea phenomenon, with the misty weather enhancing its mystic vibe. Photos from December 6th, 2024, a rainy day, showcase this atmospheric charm.
A Quiet Day in a Berlin Park, 1933 In the early 1930s, Takehisa Yumeji's studio became a hub for artists, inspiring ventures like the Mt. Haruna Art Research Institute. In 1931, Yumeji began a journey to the United States and Europe, supported by exhibitions of his work. While in the U.S. for 16 months, he continued to paint, creating pieces like Nude on the West Coast. Afterward, Yumeji taught in Berlin until the school was closed by the Nazis. He returned to Japan in 1933, his overseas experiences shaping his final works. His last exhibition was held in Taipei that year. Yumeji passed away from tuberculosis in 1934, leaving behind a legacy of beauty and cultural exchange. Read more: Prints in Collection—Takehisa Yumeji (1884-1934) Kuronosuke 黒の助: a Legacy Little Black Cat (YouTube link ) Photo Gallery The Yumeji Art Museum in Okayama exhibits many black cat paintings because the artist, Yumeji Takehisa , frequently featured them in his work, particularly in his bij...
This is a passageway leading to Nankai-Namba Station. Be aware that underground passages in Japan can be quite complex for visitors. When you arrive at Kansai International Airport (symbol: KIX) and try to reach your destinations via trains, sometimes you need to make connections at Namba Station (see Fig. 2). Namba Station is one of the main connection points (the other two are Umeda and Tennoji Stations). But, Namba Station actually means 4 different stations on Google map (see Fig. 3&4) : Namba Station (Subway): This station provides access to the Osaka Metro lines: Midosuji (see Fig. 4), Sennichimae , and Yotsubashi . These lines can take you to popular destinations like Osaka Station, Koreatown, Honmachi, and Nippombashi. JR-Namba Station: This smaller station has only four tracks and two platforms. It's located within the Osaka City Air Terminal (OCAT) building, and the entrance can be easy to miss. Thankfully, it's connected to the ...
Koyasan (高野山), a popular pilgrimage destination for centuries, has been connected to the outside world by a network of pilgrimage trails. While most visitors enter the mountain by cable car nowadays, many of the pilgrimage trails still remain in use. Koyasan Travel—Temple Lodging (Shukubo; YouTube link ) Part of the pilgrimage trails, the Fudozaka Trail (不動坂; click the map to enlarge), leads to Koyasan from Gokurakubashi Station, the lower station of the Koyasan Cablecar. The steep, paved trail is 2.5 kilometers long and takes about an hour to ascend and less time to descend. The trail ends at the Nyonindo temple (女人堂). [1] On 11/27/2016, I have decided to descend from Fudozaka Trail instead of riding the cable car. I was the only person on the trail at beginning. However, in the middle of the trail, another young blonde girl passed me by swiftly with a big smile on her face. I was really surprised to see another soul on that rainy day. Althoug...
