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Kuniga Coast

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Kuniga Coast

国賀海岸

Shimane · Chugoku

A wild stretch of the Oki UNESCO Global Geopark on Nishinoshima, with the soaring Matengai sea cliff, the natural Tsutenkyo rock arch, and horses and cattle grazing the clifftops.

Why it's hidden

Japan's tallest sea cliff on a remote island most travellers never consider.

Best season
Summer
Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.7· 264 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

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

Admission
Free-access coastal cliffs/hiking area in Oki UNESCO Global Geopark, Nishinoshima; no admission (parking/bus separate).
Nearest station
Beppu Port (Nishinoshima) + car
Website
town.nishinoshima.shimane.jp/midokoro/miru

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Open 24 hoursFree

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Daily Open 24 hours

Tags

naturecoastgeologyhiking

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