Horikiri Pass & Michi-no-Eki Phoenix
堀切峠・道の駅フェニックス
The first lookout on the Nichinan Coast, where phoenix palms line the road above the Devil's Washboard and the Pacific.
Horikiri Pass lies on National Route 220, about 3 km south of Aoshima, and is the classic lookout on the Nichinan Coast. Phoenix palms (Canary Island date palms) line the coastal road, and below are several kilometres of Devil's Washboard rock ledges and the Pacific Ocean. Beside it, the Michi-no-Eki Phoenix roadside station has an observation deck, a restaurant and a local specialty shop, famous for its mango soft-serve and Hyūga-natsu citrus ice cream. The lookout is free, parking is easy, and it is a must-stop for anyone driving the Nichinan Coast.
Opening hours
All day; Michi-no-Eki roadside station approx. 08:30–17:30
Nearby sights
- Aoshima Island & Aoshima Shrine
- Devil's Washboard
- Kisakihama Beach
- Sun Messe Nichinan
- Udo Jingu Shrine
- Miyazaki Jingu
- Heiwadai Park
- Obi Castle Town