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Kitayamazaki Cliffs

Kotaro (耕太郎) / CC BY-SA (multi-license 1.0-4.0)

Kitayamazaki Cliffs

北山崎

Iwate · Tohoku

An 8km stretch of sea cliffs rising up to 200m, part of Sanriku Fukko National Park, with three observation decks and an optional 718-step descent to the shore.

Why it's hidden

One of the Sanriku coast's most dramatic viewpoints, overshadowed by better-known Tohoku destinations.

Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.5· 167 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Free observation decks and cliff trails; adjacent visitor center also free.
Nearest station
Tanohata Station
Website
vill.tanohata.iwate.jp/kankou/see/kitayamazaki.html

Today

Open 24 hoursFree

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

Tags

coastviewpoint

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