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Akiyoshi-dai Plateau
秋吉台Yamaguchi · Chugoku
Akiyoshi-dai Plateau is Japan's largest karst plateau, characterized by its stunning cockscomb limestone formations and expansive grasslands. The area is rich in biodiversity and offers breathtaking views, making it a unique natural wonder.
- Best season
- Spring · Autumn
- Crowd level
- Moderate
- Rating
- 4.3· 2,378 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily Open 24 hours
- Admission
- The karst plateau, its trails and the Karst Road are free. Akiyoshido Cave below it is a separate ticket: adults ¥1,600 standard, ¥1,900 peak (Golden Week/summer), ¥1,350 winter, from 1 Apr 2026. Some plateau car parks charge ¥500/day.
- Website
- karusuto.com
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
Open 24 hoursAdmission
- The karst plateau, its trails and the Karst Road are free. Akiyoshido Cave below it is a separate ticket: adults ¥1,600 standard, ¥1,900 peak (Golden Week/summer), ¥1,350 winter, from 1 Apr 2026. Some plateau car parks charge ¥500/day.
Stored weekly hours
Daily Open 24 hours
How to get there
From Hiroshima Station · ~2h 13m by car
Tags
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