Ashizuri-Uwakai National Park 17 Became a National Park in 1972 Following the Additional Designation of the Uwakai Region and the Marine National Park Park Area
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Explore a beautiful coastline honed by the shining sea, and verdant forests bursting with life Ashizuri-Uwakai Originally established as Ashizuri Quasi-National Park in 1955, the Ashizuri-Uwakai National Park 17 became a national park in 1972 following the additional designation of the Uwakai region and the marine National Park park area. A major feature of this park is its everchanging landscape consisting of coastal strips, including the islands of south-west Shikoku, and the mountains inland which tower over 1,000 meters in height. The Ashizuri region has extensive cliff s and precipices formed along its coastal terraces and is home to communities of subtropical marine life and corals that benefi t from the warm Kuroshio sea current. The Uwakai regionʼs charming insular landscape is characterized by delicate inlets formed by its submerged coasts and the region off ers beautiful marine scenery such as soft coral. The inland area is home to a natural forest of giant trees such as Japanese umbrella pines, Japanese cedars, and Japanese cypresses. Nametoko Valley is a popular sightseeing spot located in the upper stream of the Shimanto River, featuring a series of waterfalls and beautiful riparian trees such as the Quercus salicina and Machilus thunbergii. The national park is also home to Kongofukuji Temple, which is said to have been established by infl uential Buddhist monk Kobo-Daishi (774‒835) and is one of the Shikoku Eightyeight Sacred Temples. Visitors can make pilgrimages to Gassan Shrine and Sasayama Shrine, which are included in the Shikoku Bekkaku 20 temples, and cultural traditions such as osettai, an off ering of food and drink to pilgrims, are still carried out along the pilgrimage route. ■Access Haneda Airport Matsuyama Airport Kochi Ryoma Airport Matsuyama Matsuyama Station Airport Ehime Prefecture Kochi Station Kochi Ryoma Kochi Airport Cape Ashizuri and Prefecture Japanese camellia, Matsumaru Ashizurimisaki, National park area Station Kubokawa Station Uwajima Tosashimizu City, Major road Station Nametoko Kochi Prefecture Valley Expressway JR Nakamura Station Sukumo Station Private railway Access route Tatsukushi Cape Ashizuri 7 Approx. 60min on JR Matsumaru Approx. Approx. 15min Approx. 85min Station 95min by Matsuyama via airport Matsuyama on JR limited Uwajima Approx. 60 min by Approx. 120 min 2 3 airplane Airport shuttle bus Station express train Station Kochi Seinan Kotsu by Uwajima bus Sukumo bus Tatsukushi Haneda Station Airport Approx. 105min Cape Approx. Approx. Approx. 100min Kochi 35min via by Kochi Seinan Kotsu bus Ashizuri 90min by Kochi by train (JR, Tosa Nakamura Ryoma airport shuttle airplane Station Kuroshio Tetsudo) Station Approx. 80min Airport bus by Kochi Seinan Kotsu bus Tatsukushi 5 Access routes are given as examples. Times indicated for each route section are approximate only. For more details, please visit the counters or websites of the transportation providers. ■Information counter Organization for Promotion of Tourism in Shikoku 1 4 6 8 Phone 087-813-0431 E-mail [email protected] URL https://www.shikoku.gr.jp/ 1Daruma sunset, Sukumo City, Kochi Prefecture 2Pilgrims and tree tunnel, Tosashimizu City, Kochi Prefecture 3Hoketsu Pass, Seiyo City, Ehime Prefecture 4Nametoko Gorge, Matsuno Town, Ehime Prefecture 5Mitrastema, Tosashimizu City, Kochi Prefecture 6Tatsukushi (Shikoro coral), Tosashimizu City, Kochi Prefecture 221 7Akebono azalea, Mt. Sasayama, Ainan Town, Ehime Prefecture 8Rice with minced sea bream (taimeshi), Uwajima City, Ehime Prefecture 222 アクティブ アクティブ 言語 個人向け 団体向け アクティブ 伝 統・文 化 食べる 買う EN EN 言語対応可 春限定 夏限定 秋限定 冬限定 FIT GROUP 初心者向け 経験者向け 対応可 (言語対応には事前の連絡が必要) Park17-Contents01-03 Park17-Contents04-06 Mashu Akan- ‒Recommended Activities‒ Daisetsuzan Ashizuri-Uwakai National Park Admire Cape Ashizuri from the deck of a sightseeing boat on an electrifying It's not enough to simply admire water this blue from afar̶you need to jump in and experience it with Toya Shikotsu- Activity Activity 01 cruise along the coast. 04 your whole body! Take the plunge into Kashiwajima Blue and explore waters swimming with tropical Hachimantai Towada- Tour the waters around Cape Ashizuri by sightseeing boat. Snorkel at Ryugahama Beach FIT GROUP FIT Fukko Sanriku The spectacle of waves crashing against the cliffs Dive into Kashiwajima Blue, the vibrant blue sea off the of Cape Ashizuri is well-known, but it’s not often coast of Kashiwajima Island. A sea this blue is best enjoyed that people see the cape from the water. Board a from in the water, so grab your bathing suit and get ready sightseeing boat to do just that and feel the power to jump in. No extra equipment is needed and beginners, Asahi Bandai- of the Pacifi c Ocean as you weave through the rocky too, will feel at ease at Ryugahama Beach. Supported by a shoreline. Gazing up at the majestic cliffs from the knowledgeable guide who will direct you to the day’s best water’s surface is both awe-inspiring and thrilling. ⒸRyugahama Camping Ground snorkeling spots, you’re sure to have a spectacular day in Around the vernal equinox and autumnal equinox, the incredibly blue waters around Otsuki. Nikko sunset cruises are also off ered. Season May 1–September 30 (1) 9:30a.m.– Season Year-round (excluding year-end holidays) 11:30a.m. (2) 1:30p.m.–3:30p.m Time required 120 Time required Approx. 70 min Fee Adults (age 12 min Fee Adults and children: 4,200 yen Hakone-Izu Fuji- and over): 2,500 yen, children (ages 6 to 11): 1,250 *Participants must be age 6 and over *Minimum yen *Infants age 5 and under are not permitted on number of participants: 2 Inquiries Otsukicho board Inquiries Okano tosen Tourism Association (Ryugahama Camping Ground) kogen Joshin’etsu Phone 0880-88-0960 E-mail ー Phone 0880-76-0607 E-mail info@ryugahama- URL https://okanotosen.jimdofree.com/ ⒸRyugahama Camping Ground ⒸRyugahama Camping Ground camp.net URL http://ryugahama-camp.net/ renzan Myoko-Togakushi Activity Head off the beaten path and soak up the pristine beach scenery, and admire its crystal- Activity Admire scenery impossible to see on your own, from precipitous cliffs and wide-open caves 02 clear blue waters beyond the shore. It's a heavenly spot to enjoy a surfing adventure. 05 to the famous Kannon-iwa rock on this cruise through the secluded waters off Odo Coast. sangaku Chubu Surfing classes for beginners Odo Coast adventure cruise FIT EN FIT GROUP Shima Ise- Get out on the water for a fantastic surfi ng experience aimed Towering white granite cliffs, the intensely blue at beginners. The path to the beach passes through primeval and powerful Kuroshio Current, gaping sea forest before opening onto a wave-chaser's paradise. One caves—head into this thrilling world full-steam on Kumano Yoshino- look is all you’ll need to understand why this hidden surfi ng an adventure cruise helmed by a local boatman. point has become the place to go for surfers seeking a few hours of escapism in the great outdoors. The instructors take Ⓒumihiko's playground pride in the fact that even most fi rst-time surfers manage to ⒸOtsuki Town Tourism Association Kaigan San'in ride waves standing up by the end of the lesson. The cost of Season Year-round a rental wetsuit and board are included in the fee. Time required 85 min Season Year-round Time required 120 min Fee 3,455 to 7,273 yen (price varies depending Oki Daisen- Fee Adults and children: 5,500 yen *Participants on number of participants) *2 to 12 people must be age 8 and over can be accommodated per tour Inquiries umihiko's playground Inquiries Taniguchi Tosen Setonaikai Phone 0880-82-8823 Phone 0880-74-0081 E-mail [email protected] E-mail - Ⓒumihiko's playground Ⓒumihiko's playground URL http://umihikos.com/ ⒸOtsuki Town Tourism Association ⒸOtsuki Town Tourism Association URL - Uwakai Ashizuri- Nothing but sea between you and the horizon: The view of the star-filled sky Activity Activity Your instructor will provide guidance on the basics of fishing in a friendly and polite manner, from the seashore is all yours! helping you with everything from tying a hook to unhooking a fish. As the cost of rentals and bait Kuju Aso- 03 06 is included in the fee, you'll be free to focus all your attention on reeling in the catch of the day! Soar into the starry skies with an evening of guided stargazing. Equipment-included family fishing tour Amakusa Unzedn- FIT People have been drawing pictures in the sky using the stars Enjoy a leisurely day of fishing with this instructor- to guide them and connecting myths with those pictures for accompanied fi shing program aimed at families and approximately 5,000 years. Just what were people of the Kinkowan Kirishima- beginners. The program covers everything you’ll past thinking as they drew constellations in the sky? With a need for a successful day, including rentals, set-up focus on seasonal constellations, your guide will point out and fi shing techniques. There are restaurants in the stars using a laser pointer and discuss a variety of topics Sukumo area that can prepare a meal for you using Yakushima including myths, trivia and your zodiac sign while tailoring your own fi sh. the discussion to your wants and needs. In addition to Season Year-round (excluding year-end holidays) constellation guidance, guides are also available for daytime coastal tours to experience the history of the earth. Time required Morning and afternoon each 180 min Yambaru Fee Adults, children and infants (age 5 and over): Season Year-round Time required 45 min 3,500 yen Fee Adults (age 12 and over): 1,100 yen Inquiries (General Incorporated Associations) Inquiries Shimizu no Madoguchi LLC.