Senjojiki
千畳敷
White sandstone terraces eroded by the waves into layer upon layer, like a thousand tatami mats laid out. A famous sunset spot in Shirahama.
Senjojiki is formed from soft Tertiary-period sandstone, eroded by Pacific waves over a long time into tilted, undulating rock platforms covering about 4 hectares. You can walk right out onto the rocks and watch the waves up close. Admission is free. In the evening, the setting sun turns the rock surfaces golden red, a spectacular sight. The rocks are slippery and there are no railings along the sea edge, so do not approach the edge when winds and waves are strong. It is about a 20-minute walk from Sandanbeki, and the bus stop 'Senjoguchi' is right by the site.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Sandanbeki Cliffs
- Sakinoyu Onsen
- Shirarahama Beach
- Engetsu Island
- Kyoto University Shirahama Aquarium
- Adventure World
- Toretore Market
- Tokei Shrine