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2021/5/24
Here? One of the best power spots in Tohoku is "Dewa Sanzan" in Yamagata. Dewasanzan is a general term for the three mountains in this region, Mt. Haguro, Mt. Gassan, and Mt. Yudono. There are shrines at the summits of each of the three mountains, and these are collectively called Dewasanzan Shrine. In addition, visiting these three mountains was considered a "reborn trip" in the Edo period. One of the Dewasanzan Shrines, "Dewa Shrine," is located on the summit of Mt. Haguro. There are times when you cannot climb Mt. Gassan and Mt. Yudono, but you can basically visit Mt. Haguro, where Dewa Shrine is located, all year round. In addition, Dewa Shrine is a major tourist destination because it has the "Sanjin Gosaiden", which is a festival of the three gods of Dewa Sanzan. Point The approach to the shrine is a long staircase, and there are 2,446 stone steps to climb while walking along cedar trees that are over 300 years old. It takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes from Zujinmon gate at the entrance of the approach to the summit. What's the highlight? There are many highlights because there are many historical buildings, and in addition to the long stone steps, there are "Five-storied Pagoda" designated as a national treasure, "Yasugi" which is said to be 1,000 years old, and "Sanjin Gosaiden" with a large thatched roof where the three gods of Gsan, Hagoyama, and Yudonoyama are enshrined. [There is also a goshuin-sho! ] Dewa Shrine Entrance Zujinmon Gate The entrance ...
【Fukushima】Misaki Park Shiomidai (三崎公園 潮見台)
2021/5/21
Here? Misaki Park is located on the outskirts of Iwaki City, and it is close to the sea, so it is a pleasant park to take a walk. Because it is a park on a high level, there are several places with a good view in the park. One of them is the Shio-ming, where you can enjoy views of the Pacific Ocean and the cliffs along the coastline. How do I get to the tide stand from the 1st parking lot? The 2nd and 3-minute walk from the parking lot will be reached. It is a flat road, so it is immediately. It's not enough to walk.... In that case, let's take a walk in the park! Shio-ming (Observation Deck) You can go up the stairs. View from shio-edai The view of the Pacific Ocean and the coast is superb! The observation deck itself is in a high place, so the view is quite good. I could see the city of Iwaki. Shiomidai (observation deck protruding into the sea!?) ） Point On the sea side of Shiomidai, it is an observation deck that protrudes above the cliff. However, as of December 2020, unfortunately, it was off limits. Because there is a "part damaged part" in the color cone, there was a pasted paper saying that "I requested repair", so I would like to go again when I can put it. Shio-edai Drive and Parking Information Access to Shio-ming There is a Joban Expressway in the vicinity, and it is a good place to access. ...
【Hiroshima】Green Line Observatory (Fukuyama City)
2021/5/20
Here? There are several viewpoints in the middle of the Fukuyama Glee Line, but it is one of the observation decks. (The "Green Line Observatory" may not be an official name because there seems to be no name notation on the observation deck.) Point If you look at the sea on the east side, you can see Tomonoura below, and if you look at the west side on the other side, you can see the Inland Sea Bridge and the scenery of the Seto Inland Sea spreads out. It is only the head of the bridge, but in the distance is Innjima Bridge of "Shimanami Kaido"? I could see even. It is a superb view. Observation deck on the east side (Tomonoura side) The observation deck on the east side is across the road from the parking lot. Please be careful when crossing because the speed of the car running is fast and the road curves slowly. What's the view? (Observation deck on the east side) You can't see the whole view of Tomonoura, but you can enjoy beautiful scenery including the tomonoura area. If you have binoculars, you can also see Sens intoxicated island and Tomonoura. Observation deck on the west side (Shimanami Kaido side) The observation deck is next to the parking lot. As you can see from the photo above, the view was good for those who looked at it from the parking lot (right photo) because the tree was disturbing (left photo) even if it went up to the observation deck. ...
2021/5/19
Here? The view stand is an observation deck in the middle of the Ryudo night line from Goshogawara towards Cape Ryutoi. From the observation deck, you can see not only the Sea of Japan, but also Cape Ryuto and beyond hokkaido with the naked eye. Point The scenery is very good. When you drive the Ryuya Line, it is a place you want to visit by all means. Observation deck in the parking lot It is not the main observation deck, but there is also an observation deck in the parking lot. The view from here is good, but the recommendation is the observation deck at the end of the stairs from the parking lot. Observation deck with a panoramic view Go up the stairs next to the parking lot. If you go up to the parking lot above, it will be about 3 minutes from there to the observation deck. It's not steep, but it's a little long stairs.... arrival! When you finish going up the stairs breathlessly, you will see a concrete observation deck. But regret!! It was off limits. I dropped my shoulder and looked back to see if I'd go home, It was good, it was worth going up the stairs.... The superb view is spreading out! From there, you can look around and you'll see a great panorama! Hokkaido can be seen far away, but it is a good view that seems to be closer than I thought. Drive and parking information of the view stand Access to the view ...
2021/5/18
Here? Maruike-sama is a pond made of spring water gushing out from this area. The water around here is really beautiful, and this pond itself has a beautiful emerald green. Somehow, it is a mysterious pond. Where's Mr. Maruike? It is about a 4-minute walk from the parking lot to Maruike-sama. When you get to Maruike-sama, you can walk around and take pictures from a place that looks beautiful. There was also a shrine in the back. It is a sacred atmosphere. Ushido River Around here. There is a salmon hatchery in the parking lot, and the water of the river (Ushido River) flowing around there is also very beautiful. Point The water in the river was crystal clear, and the fish swimming in the river looked good. Maruike-sama's drive and parking lot information Access to Maruike-sama There is a Japan Sea Tohoku Expressway in the vicinity, and it is a good place to access. Estimated time required when using a high-speed road From Yamagata City: Usually 2 hours to 2 hours 20 minutes (135 km) From Sendai: usually 2 hours 50 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes (195 km) From Nagoya: usually 8 hours 20 minutes to 9 hours 20 minutes (652 km) From Tokyo: usually 6 hours 20 minutes to 7 hours 20 minutes (515 km) Nearest IC: Sakata Chuo IC, Japan Sea Tohoku Expressway I think that ic is convenient here for high-speed road from any direction. It takes about 30 minutes from the IC. Maruike-sama Parking Lot In front of the ...
【Shizuoka】Tanuki Lake Observation Deck (田貫湖・田貫湖展望台)
2021/5/16
Here? Lake Tanuki is a lake with a perimeter of about 4 km, and it is a man-made lake made in the early Showa era. This observation deck is a view spot where you can see Mt. Fuji beyond the lake. Around here. There are hot spring inns and campsites nearby. It may be a good place to stay there and take a leisurely walk. Observation deck The observation deck is well maintained and large. Mt. Fuji can be seen well beyond the lake, and you can see beautiful Mt. Fuji. The location is NG, but it is also a spot where you can see Diamond Fuji. How do I get around Lake Tanuki? There is a flat walkway on the lakeside that is easy to walk on, so you can go around not only on foot but also by bicycle. The area around the lake is about 4km, and I think that it is just the right distance for a walk if you go around. Drive and parking information of Lake Tanuki Access to Lake Tanuki There are Shin-Tomei Expressway and Chuo Expressway in the vicinity, and it is a good place to access. Estimated time required when using a high-speed road From Shizuoka: Usually 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes (66.5 km) From Sendai: usually 5 hours 50 minutes to 6 hours 40 minutes (474 km) From Nagoya: Usually 2 hours 50 minutes to 3 hours 40 minutes (236 km) From Tokyo: usually 2 hours 10 minutes to 2 hours ...
2021/5/11
Here? The Ushimado is located in Setouchi City, which is close to Okayama City, and the Seto Inland Sea spreads out in front of you. The sea seen from the cow window is also called "The Aegean Sea of Japan", and it is a beautiful scenery with a slightly foreign atmosphere. "Ushimado port" is a beautiful port with a yacht harbor and a ferry terminal. Ushimado port (sunset) Point The sunset seen from the cow window has been selected as one of the 100 best sunsets in Japan. The sunset seen from Ushimado port is a recommended sunset spot, and you can see it as a set with a ferry heading to Maejima. Ushimado port (arrival and departure place of Maejima Ferry) Around here. There is a ferry terminal to Maejima at Ushimado port. There was a large parking lot next to it, and not only the scenery of the harbor but also the scenery of ferries and sunsets arriving and departing was beautifully seen. The islands floating in the Seto Inland Sea and the ferry heading there are the scenery of setouchi itself. I think that it is a calm scenery. I took a picture of this article at the location of the map below. Map Drive and parking information of Ushimado Port Access to Ushimado port There is no highway nearby. Estimated time required when using a high-speed road From Okayama City: Usually about 40 minutes (29.6 km) From Hiroshima: Usually about 2 hours and 44 minutes (186 km) From Osaka: Usually about ...
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【Hokkaido】Itanki Beach (イタンキ浜)
2021/5/10
Here? Itanki Beach is a beach close to the city of Muroran and is a sandy beach full of nature. Itanki Beach is a sandy beach with singing sand Point It is also the first sandy beach in Hokkaido to be confirmed to be the beach of "naring sand" where sound sounds when stepping on sand. Shio-ming Park Observatory Shio-ming Park Observatory Around here. There is also shio mi park observatory nearby where you can see Itanki Beach from above. The parking lot is for the park, so I think that it is better to park there instead of the parking lot of Itanki Beach. Drive and parking information of Itanki Beach Access to Itanki Beach There is a Doo Expressway in the vicinity, and it is a good place to access. Estimated time required when using a high-speed road From Sapporo: Usually about 1 hour and 48 minutes (126 km) From Asahikawa: Usually about 3 hours 15 minutes (251 km) From Hakodate: Usually about 2 hours and 58 minutes (197 km) Nearest IC: Doo Expressway Muroran I .C. In both directions, this IC is convenient. It takes about 23 minutes from the IC. Parking lot of Itanki Beach There is a large free parking lot near the coast. Please refer to the map on the right below for the location. Place Parking lot Information on "Itanki Beach" Recommended degree Tourism ★★★ Drive ★★★ Information on places to visit Approximate length of stay* From 10 minutes Congestion (5 levels) * 1 (There are few people ...
2021/5/9
Here? Mt. Ojigatake is a scenic spot where you can see the scenery of the Seto Inland Sea, the Seto Ohashi Bridge, and shikoku in the distance. It is like a large park, and there are several scenic spots, so it is fun to walk around. Strangely shaped rocks are everywhere in the park, so you can also enjoy walking around looking for interesting rocks in the park. Around here. "Toy Kingdom", which is also located in areas other than Okayama Prefecture, is an amusement park that took over an amusement park called "Oji Fancy Land" near "Ojigatake". Point It is said that the origin of Prince Gatake comes from the legend that eight princes lived in this area. Kangudo Hall Here? If you walk from the parking lot, there is a higashiya and a large grass square, and beyond that is a scenic spot where you can see the Seto Inland Sea and Seto Ohashi Bridge. It is a fairly open square, and I think it is a good place for a picnic. Paragliding gliding location? Here? I think it's probably a paragliding place, but I put it in because it was when the paraglider was not flying. It is said that you will head to Kangudo from the parking lot and proceed to the lawn square as it is. It is open in front of you, and this is also a scenic spot. Ojigatake Park Center Here? About a 5-minute walk from the parking lot is the Ojigatake Park Center, which contains observation ...
【Miyagi】Komakusadaira Observatory (駒草平展望台)
2021/5/8
Here? Komasodaira Observatory is an observation deck in the middle of the Zao Echo Line, and you can overlook the Unying Waterfall and Uwa Mountains. Of course, the observation deck has a fence and it is safe, but the bottom is a cliff, and you can feel the superb view, power, and a little thrill. Autumn leaves seem to be beautiful in autumn. Around here. It is on the way to miyagi prefecture side of Zao Echo Line. Since both sides of the Echo Line are large parking lots, it is easy to stop on the way to Orama and on the way back. For a break in the middle of the drive It is also ideal for a break during the drive. From the parking lot, walk along the flat promenade for about 3 minutes to reach the observation deck. There is also a souvenir shop in the parking lot near the observation deck, so I think it is also good to stop by here. There is a beautiful toilet in the parking lot across the road from the observation deck. What is the view from the observation deck? Point From the observation deck, you can see the unsakined waterfall well. In addition, if you look around, you can see the Uha Mountains on the top and the superb view below! Google 3D Maps Point If you are seeing it on a pc, please click "Show enlarged map" in the MAP white frame below to make it a three-dimensional display on the displayed map. ...