Uradome Coast

The coastline from the eastern tip of Tottori Prefecture is a 15-km-long rias coastline with granite cliffs, strange rocks, caves, and caves caused by the erosion of sea water, and islands and rocks of various sizes are scattered throughout the sea surface. The beautiful ocean spreads out right in front of you, and when you go down to the sandy beach, you can feel the high degree of transparency.

Designated as a national scenic spot and a natural monument, this scenic spot is full of the dynamic topography of the Sea of Japan coastline. The whole area resembles Matsushima in Miyagi Prefecture, and is sometimes referred to as “San’in no Matsushima.

An Attractive National Park

Uradome Kaigan is designated as San’in Kaigan National Park and is recognized for its beauty and rich nature. It is one of the 100 most scenic spots in Japan, one of the 100 best white sand and green pine trees in Japan, one of the 100 best beaches in Japan, and one of the 100 best sightseeing spots in Heisei Nippon,

There is a 3-km promenade along the coastline, and a shallow sandy beach stretches along the eastern part of the coast, which is a popular beach in summer. Please enjoy the magnificent view of the beautiful Uradome Coast, where history and nature are in harmony.

Ajiro Observatory, a superb view point

A 20-minute walk from the promenade near Ajiro Port and Dotai, Ajiro Observatory is a superb spot for a stroll, offering a panoramic view of Sengan Matsushima, a large rock with a tunnel-like hole in the center, Kannon-ura, and the coastline. From the trail, visitors can enjoy the coastal caves and caves.

Various attractions of Uradome Coast to be enjoyed by sightseeing boats and canoe touring

There are also sightseeing boats that offer different ways to enjoy the Uradome Coast, such as a leisurely course while listening to the captain’s lighthearted guidance, or a small boat course through a narrow passageway. Glass boats with glass bottoms allow you to see fish swimming right below you!

You can see the 25-meter-deep clear ocean, cliffs, strange rocks, and other spectacular scenery. For active fun, canoe touring is also recommended. Enjoy the magnificent and spectacular scenery on the Uradome Coast, which is overflowing with natural beauty.

The fantastic night sea with “fishing fire,” a summer tradition in Iwami Town

A line of lights stretching across the dark blue Sea of Japan at night. The lights, which are as fantastic as a galactic railroad, are “fishing fires” lit by white squid fishing boats.

From early to mid-summer, the white squids come to shore to spawn, and from near the shore one can see the spectacular sight of the sea surface ablaze from the large fishing fires that are lit nearby. Fishing fires seen from slightly elevated places such as the Higashihama Observatory in the onshore area are also fantastic, and are a spectacular sight in the summer in Iwami Town, where you can lose track of time and watch forever.