Setonaikai National Park Tourist Spots Play Leisure Special Feature
Japan's largest national park
known as “
Setonaikai National Park
”.
Islands large and small, port towns, terraced fields, etc.
Attractive retro townscape that blends with nature
is.
This time, we feature Seto Inland Sea National Park!
Located in Seto Inland Sea National Park
Recommended tourist spots
Introducing
To do.
Other activities include cycling, sea kayaking/canoeing, and SUP experiences. Activities you can enjoy at Seto Inland Sea National Park I will also tell you To do.
table of contents
- 1 History, scope, and location of Seto Inland Sea National Park
- 2 Characteristics and charms of Seto Inland Sea National Park
- 3 Setonaikai National Park tourist attractions: Hiroshima
- 4 Sightseeing spots in Setonaikai National Park: Okayama
- 5 Sightseeing spots in Setonaikai National Park: Hyogo
- 6 Sightseeing spots in Setonaikai National Park: Kagawa
- 7 Sightseeing spots in Setonaikai National Park: Ehime
- 8 Sightseeing spots in Setonaikai National Park: Wakayama
- 9 Sightseeing spots in Setonaikai National Park: Yamaguchi
- 10 Sightseeing spots in Setonaikai National Park: Oita
- 11 Setonaikai National Park tourist attractions map
- 12 Recommended activities in Seto Inland Sea National Park
- 13 Setonaikai National Park Tourist Spots Activities Summary
- 14 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
History, scope, and location of Seto Inland Sea National Park
Setonaikai National Park is In 1934 (Showa 9) Kagoshima/Unzen (Yes)・ Kirishima with The first national park in Japan to be designated as a national park. is.
The applicable range is vast;
Osaka
,
Hyogo
,
Wakayama
,
Okayama
,
Hiroshima
,
Yamaguchi
,
Tokushima
,
Kagawa
,
Ehime
,
Fukuoka
,
Oita
of
1 prefecture 10 prefectures
The land area is
66,934ha
.
Including the ocean area
900,000 ha
beyond,
Japan's largest national park
is.
Characteristics and charms of Seto Inland Sea National Park
What makes up Seto Inland Sea National Park?
islands of various sizes
.
the
spread across the inland sea
Archipelago landscape
Features
is.
Also,
An area where the entire region has prospered historically and where people and nature have coexisted for a long time.
is.
Terraced fields spread out over islands and port towns waiting for the tide, etc.
A friendly landscape where nature and lifestyle come together stands out.
are some of the features.
Setonaikai National Park tourist attractions: Hiroshima
Hiroshima In the area Itsukushima Shrine and Mt. Misen , Shimanami Kaido , Tomonoura (Tomonoura), Goshiki Rock of Sensuijima I'd like to introduce_______
Itsukushima Shrine and Mt. Misen/Hiroshima
Located northwest of Hiroshima Bay in the Seto Inland Sea
Itsukushima
.
Commonly known as “
Miyajima
” is widely known as.
Three views of Japan
can be counted as
Scenic spots representing the country
one of the
.
Itsukushima Shrine and its depths
Misen Primeval Forest (Natural Monument)
teeth,
In 1996 (Heisei 8)
Registered as a world cultural heritage site
it was done.
Shimanami Kaido/Hiroshima
Shimanami Kaido teeth, Floating in the Seto Inland Sea A motorable road connecting seven islands in, Hiroshima ・ Onomichi City from Ehime ・ Imabari City connect up to A scenic route with a total length of approximately 60km is.
Shimanami Kaido is Cycling road that can cross the strait is the first in Japan and “ A sacred place for cyclists ” is widely known as.
Tomonoura/Hiroshima
A collective name for the sea, Tomo Port, and surrounding port towns facing Tomo Town, Tomo, on the southeastern tip of Hiroshima's Numakuma Peninsula. Tomonoura ” is called.
History since the Edo period
remains strongly,
old night light
or
townhouse
It is characterized by a historic townscape that has been carefully preserved.
.
Filming location for many movies and dramas
It has also become.
Sokyoku (koto music) often played during the New Year
『
spring sea
"teeth,
Composed with Tomonoura as a motif
what was done
is.
Tomonoura in October 2017 (Heisei 29) UNESCO of" Memory of the world (memory heritage) ” certified In May 2018 (Heisei 30), the following year, “ Japan's premier early modern port town surrounded by the evening calm of Seto - Tomonoura, where daily life blends into the sepia-colored port town - ” as, Certified as a Japanese Heritage Site it was done.
This is also the third case in Hiroshima Prefecture. National Important Traditional Building Preservation District (Judenken) also specified as It has been.
Goshiki Rock of Sensuijima/Hiroshima
5 minutes by boat from Tomonoura
Located in a moderate location.
Sensuijima
"teeth,
An island where nature remains untouched since ancient times
.
Legend that a hermit lived there
This is said to be the origin of the island's name.
Along the southern coastline,
Goshikiiwa
” is called
blue, red, yellow, white, black
A series of rocks with five colors
there is.
Goshikiiwa is
A precious rock that is rare in Japan
.
Also famous as a power spot
is.
Sightseeing spots in Setonaikai National Park: Okayama
Okayama In the area Ojigatake (Oujigatake), Mt. Washu Introducing Washuzan.
Ojigatake/Okayama
Ojigatake
teeth
This mountain straddles Okayama/Tamano City and Kurashiki City, and the highest peak is
Mt. Shinwari
(Shinwariyama) altitude 234m
.
From near the mountaintop
A panoramic view of the Seto Inland Sea
Yes, on a nice day
Shikoku Mountains
You can see up to
First sunrise spot
Also famous as
.
uniquely shaped Granite rocks and giant rocks are scattered And some of them are `` Uncle Rock "" smiling rock "" sheep rock There are rocks with names such as ``.
There is a promenade, so
hiking course
Also popular
.
Besides,
bouldering
,
paraglider
You can enjoy activities such as.
Washuzan/Okayama
Mt. Washu
teeth
One of the representative scenic spots in Setouchi
.
It looks like an eagle spreading its wings
That's why it got its name.
From the foot of the mountain to the top of the mountain well-maintained promenade followed by When you reach the top of the mountain Spectacular view of Seto Ohashi Bridge directly below is expanding.
" Top 100 sunsets in Japan A spot where you can see a beautiful sunset that has been selected as There is also.
Sightseeing spots in Setonaikai National Park: Hyogo
Hyogo In the area Keino Matsubara (Kei no Matsubara), Mt. Maya Kikuseidai (Maya-san Kikuseidai), Karaha Island (Karani no Shima), Narugashima (Narugashima), whirlpools of naruto I'd like to introduce_______
Keino Matsubara/Hyogo
Keino Matsubara
teeth,
Approximately 2.5km of white sand beach
spread over
Approximately 50,000 Awaji black pines
Beautiful area with lush greenery
.
The best white sandy green pine pine pine bar in the Seto Inland Sea
It is known as.
In ancient times
Kakimoto Hitomaro
by et al.
"
Manyoshu
”,
scenic scenic spot
a place famous as
is.
Furthermore, currently
"
Top 100 Japanese beaches
""
88 Japanese bathing spots
""
Top 100 sunsets in Japan
”
has also been selected.
In 1997 (Heisei 9) Proposal road It is decorated with heart-shaped roof tiles inscribed with words of marriage proposals and vows.
Mt. Maya Kikuseidai/Hyogo
Mt. Maya
located near the peak of
Kikuseidai
teeth,
Accessible via cable and ropeway
Observation plaza
is.
Altitude 700m
Located in
Spectacular views from Kobe city to the far Kii Peninsula
you can see.
Kikuseidai is Japan's three major night views one of the .
At night A beautiful night view worth 10 million dollars will spread.
Karani Island/Hyogo
Karaha Island is located off the coast of Tatsuno City, Hyogo and Murotsu. three islands ( Jinokarakajima , Nakanokarajima , Okinokarakajima ) consists of deserted island is.
Low tide of spring tide for, Okinokarakajima and Nakanokarakajima are connected by land, you can walk across .
Narugashima/Hyogo
Hyogo
・
Awaji Island
located in the southeastern part of
deserted island
.
A long and narrow island made up of a sandbar approximately 3 km long.
And, in the past,
Awaji Hashidate
” was called.
Along sandbars and tidal flats Rare seaside plants grow naturally death, Fiddler Crab Such Inhabited by rare coastal animals doing.
Naruto whirlpools/Hyogo/Tokushima
Naruto Strait
At low tide and high tide
Whirlpools of many sizes
can be seen.
Spring and autumn spring tides
for,
Said to be the world's largest whirlpool with a diameter of 20 meters
is observed.
In addition, the tides of the Naruto Strait are Japan's fastest speed At the peak of the spring tide, the speed reaches over 20km/h. One of the three major trends in the world It has been with.
Whirlpools are caused by the ebb and flow of the tide.
In order to
Before visiting for sightseeing,
Check the tide table
let's
.
To observe Naruto's whirlpools,
Tide boat
or"
whirlpool path
At the tip of the promenade called ``
observation room
is recommended
is.
Sightseeing spots in Setonaikai National Park: Kagawa
Kagawa In the area Yashima (Yashima), Goshikidai (Goshikidai), Mt. Shiunde (Shiudeyama), Chichibugahama (Chichibugahama), Kankakei Gorge Introducing Kankakei.
Yashima/Kagawa
Yashima
teeth
Kagawa
・
Takamatsu City
An island located northeast of .
horizontal hard rock layer
mesa
” and is partially surrounded by cliffs.
table-like plateau
is.
looks like a big roof
It is said that this is why it got its name.
Stage of the Genpei War
Known as
Famous as a filming location for movies
is.
From the top of the mountain, Bisan Seto (Bisan Seto) The beauty of the islands or Sanuki Plain You can have a panoramic view of " Top 100 sunsets in Japan "" 100 night views "" Japan 100 Famous Moons ” has also been selected as .
Goshikidai/Kagawa
Goshikidai teeth Kagawa ・ Takamatsu City and Sakaide City It straddles the mountain, which is the origin of its name. Five peaks ( Benifu , yellow peak , Kuromine , Aomine , Mt. Shiramine ) mountains on a plateau is.
A scenic spot representing Kagawa
One of the.
Beautiful scenery overlooking the islands floating in the Seto Inland Sea
teeth,
Also popular for driving
are collecting.
Shiudeyama/Kagawa
Located on the Shonai Peninsula in Mitoyoshi, Kagawa
Mt. Shiunde
teeth,
The place where the Urashima legend lives on
It is known as.
It is said that the mountain got its name because Taro Urashima opened the treasure box and the white smoke that came out turned into a purple cloud and wafted over the mountain.
in spring
cherry blossoms
, in early summer
hydrangea
Such,
seasonal flowers
You can enjoy
.
From the mountaintop
Overlooking the Seto Inland Sea
I can do it,
One of Kagawa's most scenic spots
is.
Chichibugahama/Kagawa
Located in Mitoyo City, Kagawa
Chichibugahama
teeth,
A beach featuring a long beach of about 1km
.
In the summer, the beach is crowded with many swimmers.
Dusk at low tide for, Bolivia, South America Uyuni salt lake "like Fantastic scenery where the sky is reflected on the water surface will spread.
In addition, the sunset over the Sea of Seto Inland Sea is beautiful. " Top 100 sunsets in Japan A sunset spot that has been selected as Also known as.
Kankakei Gorge/Kagawa
of Kagawa prefecture
Shodoshima
spread to
Kankakei Gorge
teeth,
Japan's three most beautiful valleys
One of the.
Scenic spots that represent Seto Inland Sea National Park
is.
Formed by volcanic activity over 13 million years ago, formed by erosion from wind and rain Strangely shaped rocks and large vertical rock walls Features is.
Connecting the summit and the foot of the mountain Kankakei Ropeway The view from The fresh greenery of spring, the deep greenery of summer, the autumn leaves, the snowy scenery of winter, etc. Beautiful scenery in all seasons You can enjoy.
Sightseeing spots in Setonaikai National Park: Ehime
Ehime In the area Mt. Sekizen Introducing Sekizenzan.
Sekizenzan/Ehime
Towering over Iwaki Island in Kamijima Town, Ehime
Mt. Sekizen
.
A mountain with an altitude of about 370m
in,
At the top of the mountain
360 degree panorama
spreads
Sekizenyama Observation Deck
there is.
From the observation deck,
Islands floating in the Seto Inland Sea
or spread far away
mountain range of china
and
Shikoku Mountains
A panoramic view
can.
In spring, the mountains are colored
Over 3,000 cherry blossoms
is beautiful,
"
Celestial maiden's robe
A beautiful scenery also known as
You can enjoy it.
Sightseeing spots in Setonaikai National Park: Wakayama
Wakayama In the area Kada/Tomogashima Introducing (Tomogashima).
Kada/Tomogashima/Wakayama
Tomogashima is Wakayama ・With Kada, Wakayama City Hyogo ・ Awaji Island located between uninhabited islands in, Floating in the Kitan Strait 4 islands ( Jinoshima , Torashima , Kamishima , Okinoshima ) refers to .
From Kada Port in Wakayama City Access by regular flight (approx. 20 minutes) can.
Okinoshima is
The island was used as a fortification facility by the former Japanese army.
It reminds me of the fortress era.
Battery ruins
there is.
The battery was demolished after the war, but now
A unique atmosphere where ruins and nature blend together
is drifting.
Sightseeing spots in Setonaikai National Park: Yamaguchi
Yamaguchi In the area Kanmon Strait , Yashiro Island (Yashirojima)・ Suo Oshima Introducing (Suou Oshima).
Kanmon Strait/Yamaguchi/Fukuoka
Kanmon Strait teeth, Strait that separates Japan's Honshu (Yamaguchi/Shimonoseki City) and Kyushu (Fukuoka/Kitakyushu City) is.
You can cross by car or boat, but " Kanmon Humanity Tunnel ” can be walked across. .
Hinoyama Park , Mimosuso River Park , Wabukari Park (Mekari Koen) etc. Observation spot overlooking the Kanmon Strait It is known as.
Yashiro Island/Suoo Island/Yamaguchi
Yashiro Island/Suo Oshima
teeth
Yamaguchi Prefecture
An island located in
In the Seto Inland Sea, it is second only to Awaji Island and Shodo Island.
3rd largest island
is.
The official name is “
Yashiro Island
”, but commonly known as “
Suo Oshima
It is popularly known as ``.
Cultivation of mandarin oranges is popular, " Mikan Island ” It is known as.
It also has strong historical ties to Hawaii. " Hawaii in Setouchi ” It is also called.
Sightseeing spots in Setonaikai National Park: Oita
Oita In the area Manjushri Senji Temple (Monju Senji), Kannonzaki in Himejima I'd like to introduce_______
Monjusenji Temple/Oita
Manjushri Senji Temple
Oita
・
Kunisaki City
A temple located halfway up Mt. Manjushri (617m).
"
If three people come together, Manjusri's wisdom
The birthplace of ``
and also,
One of Japan's three Monjusri
It is counted as.
Manjushri Senji Temple All kinds of wisdom The principal image where you can get `` It is a place where many worshipers come from inside and outside the prefecture.
in the precincts
Large zelkova (Japanese zelkova)
teeth
Special protection tree
specified in
and the age of the tree is
1,000 to 1,500 years
It is said that.
In addition, the scenery of the strangely shaped rocks in and around the shrine grounds is
Manjushri Yaba
It is called (Monjuyaba),
National scenic spots
specified in
.
Famous place for cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn
Also known as.
Kannonzaki of Himejima/Oita
40m high and 120m long
milky obsidian cliffs
Features
is.
Open-air obsidian is valuable nationwide. In 2007, the Kannonzaki area " Obsidian production area of Himejima ” as, national natural monument specified in it was done.
Setonaikai National Park tourist attractions map
Recommended activities in Seto Inland Sea National Park
cycling
Located in Seto Inland Sea National Park.
Shimanami Kaido
"teeth"
A sacred place for cyclists
Also known as ``.
Why not try cycling with a guide who knows everything about the Shimanami Kaido and the Seto Inland Sea?
[Hiroshima/Tobishima Kaido]★E-bike cycling guided tour★Made-to-order tour with customers
E-bike cycling guided tour plan that makes it easy to climb hills! Estimated distance of "Tobishima Kaido" in the Seto Inland Sea, where 7 islands are connected by 7 bridges: One-way trip: approx. 35km; Circumnavigation of the entire island coast; total: approx. 90km. We will listen to your requests in advance and propose the most suitable plan. Masu. Distance and pace tailored to physical strength and members, meeting and disbanding locations, and tours
This is a spectacular cycling tour that runs along the warm and bright coastline of the Seto Inland Sea. Shinmaiko Beach is popular for its Ayabeyama plum grove, clam picking, and sea bathing. The intricate coastline changes its appearance every moment. Cape Manyo offers a panoramic view of the beauty of the Seto Inland Islands. The post town of Murotsu has prospered as a key point for maritime transportation since ancient times. Enjoy the exhilarating waters of Harima's sea, where you'll never get tired of running.
Sea kayak/canoe
Why not enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Seto Inland Sea from the sea in a sea kayak or canoe?
The instructor will give you a detailed lecture, so
Safe for beginners
is.
This is a 1 hour sea kayaking experience plan in the Seto Inland Sea. Enjoy sea kayaking while looking at the beautiful scenery of the Seto Inland Sea and the beautiful ``Taishima Beauty'' lined with small islands ♪ ■ Target age: Children from 2 years old to 10 years old can use double (two-seater) kayaks. As a general rule, children aged 11 and over should use a single kayak.
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SUP (SUP)
If you want to enjoy the scenery of Seto Inland Sea National Park from the sea, we also recommend the SUP experience!
Depending on the venue and plan
Round trip course to uninhabited island
There are also such things.
[Okayama/Kurashiki] The entire sea in front of you is yours! SUP rental plan (1 set 90 minutes)
This is a SUP experience at a location where you can see the Seto Ohashi Bridge and the Shiwaku Islands. The unusual view from the sea side is worth seeing! Would you like to enjoy a walk on the sea with nothing blocking the view? It's very beautiful to ride SUP through the Seto Inland Sea at dusk. If you become an advanced player, you can even go to Kujijima Island! Great for beginners who want to start SUP
■Momoshima is a calm sea! Perfect for beginners as it is located in the Seto Inland Sea! ■If the conditions are good, go island hopping to a nearby uninhabited island! ■It's okay even if you don't like swimming or the cold! If you wish, we will lend you life jackets and wet suits. ★A trial course for SUP beginners that allows you to enjoy marine sports with peace of mind even if you are new to marine sports. ★In recent years, it has become hugely popular worldwide.
【Hyogo・Awaji Island】SUP体験〜瀬戸内of高い透明度of海を満喫♪ 愛犬・お子様and同乗OK！初心者大歓迎！
＼関西of観光地"Awaji Island”of北部にあるSUP体験所,"Izanagi SUP”です！／神戸from車で40分Osakafromでも70分and気軽に遊びに来れます.Awaji Islandof大自然を五感で感じ,友人,家族,愛犬andof思い出を作りませんか？SUPteeth老若男女問わず楽しめるアクティビティです,teethしゃいで海に入るもよしゆっくり夕日を楽しむ
Setonaikai National Park Tourist Spots Activities Summary
This time, Setonaikai National Park Located within the area of Recommended tourist spots and popular activities Introducing about Did.
Beautiful archipelago scenery and historically prosperous background, etc. An attractive area where people and nature have coexisted for a long time. is.
Japan's largest national park Why not enjoy it from various perspectives?
*The contents of this article are current as of February 2024.
