Akiyoshidai: Japan's Karst Plateau
Explore Akiyoshidai: Japan's largest karst plateau, a unique landscape of limestone formations and subterranean caves in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Akiyoshidai is Japan's largest karst plateau, a landscape sculpted from an ancient coral reef over millions of years. The area features unique limestone formations scattered across a grassy expanse, creating a distinctive and mesmerizing natural environment. Beneath the surface lies Akiyoshido Cave, one of the country's largest limestone caves, adding another layer of geological wonder to this protected landscape.
A brief summary to Akiyoshidai
- 11237-862 Shuhocho Akiyoshi, Mine, Shuhocho Akiyoshi, Yamaguchi, 754-0511, JP
- +81837-62-0305
- Visit website
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking on the plateau and exploring the Akiyoshido Cave.
- Visit during different seasons to experience the changing colors of the grassland.
- Check the bus schedule in advance, as services can be infrequent, especially on weekdays.
- Consider visiting the Miné-Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau Geopark Center “Karstar” for information and a resting area.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Shin-Yamaguchi Station, take a Bocho Bus to Akiyoshido Bus Terminal. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes and costs around ¥1170. From Yamaguchi Station, take the JR Bus to Akiyoshido, which takes about 60 minutes and costs ¥1230. From the Akiyoshido Bus Terminal, it's a 5-minute walk to the main entrance of Akiyoshido Cave.
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Car
Akiyoshidai is approximately a 30-minute drive from JR Shin-Yamaguchi Station. Parking is available near the Akiyoshido Entrance. Be aware that parking availability may be limited during peak seasons. Consider using the Akiyoshido Entrance, which is closest to the bus terminal and main parking lots.
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