BETA
Chapter 1
The birthplace of Japanese surf culture
Chapter 2
Subtropical escape in Okinawa
Chapter 3
The seasonal magic of beach huts
Chapter 4
Sacred shores and rugged coasts
YOUR GOAL
Master of Laid-back Japanese beaches
Ch 4 · Sacred shores and rugged coasts
yuki Tottori features massive coastal sand dunes created by wind and sediment from the Sendai River.
yuki The Izu Peninsula features rugged volcanic coastlines, natural sea caves, and seaside hot spring baths.
Fun Fact
Sacred rope weight: The Shinto rope connecting the Wedded Rocks of Futami Jaura weighs over a ton and must be replaced by hand.
Glossary
torii (noun)
A traditional Japanese gateway most commonly found at the entrance of a Shinto shrine. In Oarai, the stone Kamiiso-no-Torii stands on a rocky reef facing the crashing Pacific Ocean.
A traditional Japanese gateway most commonly found at the entrance of a Shinto shrine. In Oarai, the stone Kamiiso-no-Torii stands on a rocky reef facing the crashing Pacific Ocean.
Quiz
What is the name of the heavy straw rope used in Shinto to connect the sacred Wedded Rocks?
Quiz
What is the name of the famous "Wedded Rocks" connected by a sacred Shinto rope in Mie Prefecture?
Quiz
The scenic pine grove of Miho no Matsubara is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site of which mountain?
Quiz
In which Japanese peninsula can you find the rugged Jogasaki Coast and coastal hot springs?
Quiz
What historic coastal town on the Izu Peninsula is famous as the landing site of Commodore Perry in 1853?