Tatsukushi & Minokoshi Coast
竜串・見残し海岸
A coastline of sandstone sculpted by waves into honeycomb and bamboo-joint rock formations, with boats available to the Minokoshi Coast, where Kobo Daishi is said to have “overlooked” the sights.
Tatsukushi Coast is a group of strange rock formations eroded from sandstone layers by wind and waves. It features bamboo-joint-shaped “Tatsukushi,” honeycomb patterns and the Great Dragon Cave, which can be viewed up close along the trail. The Minokoshi Coast across the bay is said to have earned its name because Kobo Daishi “overlooked” it due to its inaccessibility. Its rock formations are even more spectacular. You can reach it by sightseeing boat from Tatsukushi Port (about 10 minutes, round trip around 1,500 yen) or by hiking a mountain trail. In 1970 this area was designated one of Japan’s earliest undersea parks, and there are coral communities in the sea.
Opening hours
Open all day (sightseeing boats approx. 08:00–17:00, weather permitting)
Nearby sights
- Ashizuri Underwater Observatory
- Ashizuri Aquarium SATOUMI
- John Manjiro Museum
- Okinohama Beach
- Tojindaba Megaliths
- Hakusan Domon Arch
- Kongofukuji Temple
- Cape Ashizuri & Lighthouse