Mie spectacular view, travel.
The moment I saw it
take a breath
A sight that will leave you speechless
Have you seen it?
So much nature that you could mistake it for being overseas
A sea of clouds that cannot be encountered unless the conditions are met
A mountain pass with cobblestone pavement that has been passed down since ancient times.
In HigashiKishu Prefecture
There are spectacular views created by nature.
Witness overwhelming nature
what do you think and feel
What will I meet?
A place that can only be encountered at this moment
I want to travel to HigashiKishu Prefecture.
- Tsuenomine
- Tsuemine
From the observation deck at 495m above sea level on Tsuenomine, you can see a beautiful sea of clouds on a sunny early morning from late autumn to winter when the conditions are right. The sight of the morning sun rising and the sea of clouds engulfed in soft light is truly magical.
KumanoCity Kiwa-cho, Kumano City (Tsuenomine Observation Deck)
- Onigajo
- Onigajō
A world heritage site that stretches for approximately 1km facing the Kumano Sea. The quay walls have been carved out of shape by erosion from the winds and rough waves from the Kumano Sea, giving it a magnificent and impressive appearance, like a work of art created by nature. As you walk along the promenade, you can enjoy up-close views of the various strangely shaped rocks and the ocean of Kumanonada.
- Ojai
- Good morning
A hidden region only known to those in the know that appears as you walk along the mountain path of OwaseCity a fishing town. From the cliffs, you can overlook the ocean, commonly known as ``Ojai Blue,'' which shines an emerald green color in the sunlight. In the morning, the sunlight shines between the quay walls, making it especially beautiful.
- Onigura
- Onigura
A huge cliff with a height of 300m and a width of 500m. It is said that in the past it was a training ground for ascetic monks, and you can feel the harshness of the area with its height and rough rock surface. It is also so high that when you climb to the top from the mountain path and look down at the base, you can't help but flinch.
- Magose-togePass
- Concealed Toge
The road is lined with layer upon layer of stone pavement and a beautiful forest of Owase cypress trees, making it a landscape that truly symbolizes the Kumano Kodo Iseji Route. There are also historical sites along the way, such as the Yocuri Jizo, which are worth seeing. From the pass, you can also climb Mt. Tengukura and Mt. Benishi (Elephant's Back), both of which offer spectacular views from the top.
- Iwayado
- Iwayado
A huge stone temple located halfway up the Owase side of Mt. Tengukura near Magose-togePass. Inside the hall, there are about 30 stone Buddha statues that date back to the late Kamakura period. It is said that pilgrims from the Saigoku 33 temples once continued their journey by visiting Iwayado, and you can remember the past from the stone Buddha group.
- Tengukurayama
- Mr. Tengura
A mountain with an altitude of 522m that straddles KihokuTown and OwaseCity. From Magose-togePass, there is a mountain trail that leads up to Mt. Tengukura, and when you climb the ladder to the huge Tengu Rock at the top of the mountain, you will see a spectacular view of the Owase cityscape and Owase Bay below.
- Elephant's Back Benishiyama
- Elephant Binshiyama
A gigantic rock that juts out near the top of Mt. Binishi, which is approximately 600m above sea level. It is called "elephant back" because it looks like the back of an elephant. It is a spectacular view point with a panoramic view of the Choshi River, the Kumano Sea, and Mt. Tengukura in front.
- Hananoiwaya-jinjaShrine
- Hananoiwayajinja
It is also mentioned in the history book "Nihon Shoki" from the Nara period, and is said to be the oldest shrine in Japan. There is no shrine, but a very large rock that cannot be seen completely is the object of worship, and Izanami no Mikoto, who is said to have given birth to the nation and gods, is enshrined here. The annual ``Otsunakake Shinto ritual'' is held on February 2nd and October 2nd every year.
- Akoshi Shrine
- Akoshijinja
This shrine is located along the promenade in Tategasaki Park in KumanoCity, and is dedicated to Mikeirino no Mikoto, the older brother of Emperor Jimmu. Behind the white torii gate surrounded by greenery, you can see the sparkling emerald green sea and feel the mysterious harmony of history and nature.
- Choshi River
- Choshigawa
The Choshi River originates from Odaigahara and flows into the Kumanonada Sea over a total length of approximately 18 km. It is called the "miracle river" because of its high transparency, and its beauty is that the water is so clear that you can clearly see swimming fish and the bottom of the river.
- Onigajo
- Onigajō
A world heritage site that stretches for approximately 1km facing the Kumano Sea. The quay walls have been carved out of shape by erosion from the winds and rough waves from the Kumano Sea, giving them a magnificent and impressive appearance, making them look like pieces of art created by nature. As you walk along the promenade, you can enjoy up-close views of the various strangely shaped rocks and the ocean of Kumanonada.
- Shichirimihama Fureai Beach
- Shichirimi Hamafureai Beach
A park with a panoramic view of Shichirimihama Beach and the Kumanonada Sea. The beach is lined with palm trees, giving you a tropical feel. The park has a lawn area and benches where you can rest while looking out at the sea, so you can relax and be surrounded by the sea breeze. The scene where the entire sea is dyed orange by the setting sun is also beautiful.
- Shichiri Mihama Beach
- Shichirimihama
Japan's longest gravel beach stretches approximately 22km from KumanoCity to KihoTown. This gravel beach is rounded by the rough waves of the Kumano Sea, and you can see the horizon unobstructed. It is also a place where pilgrims visiting the Kumano Sanzan once passed, and is registered as a World Heritage Site.
- Doro-kyoGorge
- Dorokyo
This valley straddles Mie, Wakayama, and Nara prefectures, and you can enjoy the beauty of the valley, which is said to be the best in the Kii Peninsula. When you look up at the cliffs and huge rocks that rise above the surface of the gently flowing Kitayama River, you can immerse yourself in the tranquility of being immersed in the natural world.
*To go to the photo point, go to Yamabiko Bridge at the prefectural border.
- Matsumoto Pass
- Matsumoto Thorn
The last mountain pass on the Kumano Kodo Iseji Route, a World Heritage Site. You can feel the depth of history from the stone pavement, which is said to have been laid down by hand, step by step, during the Edo period. Another highlight is the large, life-sized Jizo statue near the top, which has gunshot wounds and is believed to have been shot after being mistaken for a monster.
- Hatasu road
- Bare path
Hadasu is an area where the legend of Jofuku, who came from China on the orders of Qin Shihuang in search of an elixir of immortality, remains. The Hatasu-no-michi path, built during the Kamakura period, is said to be the oldest path in the Kumano Kodo Iseji route, a World Heritage Site. The shrine is characterized by a path paved with large, rugged stones.
- Tategasaki
- Mane Saki
Tategasaki was formed by caldera volcanic activity about 15 million years ago, and has towering cliffs made of columnar joints that look like a series of columns. From Senjojiki, located on the promenade in Tategasaki Park, you can feel the grand scale of Tategasaki right before your eyes.
- Jofuku Palace (Hatasu)
- Jofuku no Miya Barefoot
Jofuku no Miya is located in Hatasu Town, where legend has it that Jofuku washed ashore after going on a boat trip in search of the elixir of life. Jofuku's tombstone is placed at the Jofuku Shrine, and the shrine is covered with a large camphor tree, creating a beautiful contrast between the red torii gate and the trees.
- Jofuku Chaya
- Jofukuchaya
Jofuku Chaya is named after Jofuku, who is associated with Hatasu Town. At the terrace seats facing the sea, you can take a break from your trip while enjoying the view of the Kumano Sea stretching out in front of you and the pleasant sea breeze. The 100% mandarin orange juice that you can enjoy here is made with locally grown mandarin oranges and is packed with the sweetness and sourness of mandarin oranges.
- Toyoura coast
- toyorakaigan
A gravel beach stretches out in front of Toyoura Shrine in Miura KihokuTown. You can see Suzushima, a small uninhabited island, about 1km offshore in front of you. The waves are calm, making it perfect for activities such as SUP and kayaking.
- Toyoura Shrine
- Toyora Jinja
This historic shrine was founded by the 14th Emperor Chuai, the son of Yamato Takeru no Mikoto. The shrine complex includes a giant camphor tree that is estimated to be 1,000 years old, and a bakuchinoki tree with a reddish-brown skin that is one of the tallest in the prefecture.The powerful trees that tower as if to protect the shrine. I'm overwhelmed by it. You can also see a variety of warm-season plants, such as clusters of Yamatotachibana, which is rare nationwide.
- Hatasu road
- Bare path
Hadasu is an area where the legend of Jofuku, who came from China on the orders of Qin Shihuang in search of an elixir of immortality, remains. The Hatasu-no-michi path, built during the Kamakura period, is said to be the oldest path in the Kumano Kodo Iseji route, a World Heritage Site. The shrine is characterized by a path paved with large, rugged stones.
- Camphor tree at Ishigami Shrine
- Ishigamijinja's camphor tree
A huge camphor kounogi with branches as long as 40 meters, which is the sacred tree of Ishigami Shrine. It is said that the branches of a camphor tree begin to touch the ground when it is over 1,000 years old, and the branches that stretch directly across the head, as if straddling the head of the tree, wind and curve across the temple grounds and reach the nearby mountain stream. I almost want to hang it.
- Takatsukayama Observation Deck
- Takatsuka Yamatenbodai
The observation deck of Kumanonada Rinkai Park is located on the summit of Mt. Takatsuka at an altitude of 74 meters. From the observation deck, you can enjoy a 360-degree view of the scenery, giving it a great sense of openness. You can see the beautiful scenery of the various large and small islands known as ``Matsushima of Kii'' and the spectacular view of the Kumanonada Sea.
- Blue Grotto
- Aono Shoes
The Blue Cave in KumanoCity has a spectacular view that can only be seen from the sea. The vivid and beautiful color blue is attractive because its appearance changes depending on how the sunlight hits it that day. The rippling water surface is crystal clear and you can watch it forever.
- Tategasaki
- Mane Saki
