Oki Islands UNESCO Global Geopark (Sekiheki(Red Cliff))
On the west side of Chiburijima Island, part of the Oki Islands, there is a 1-kilometer stretch of coastline that has been eroded to bare rock. As its name suggests “Sekiheki” or Red Cliff has gotten its color from the specific nature of the eruption that occurred there. Its distinct geology features are found in its layers of various colors and patterns. It has become a symbol of Chiburijima Island, and is one of the most spectacular coastlines of the Global GeoPark designated Oki Islands. You can enjoy the scenery, especially in the evening, when the red cliff walls and setting sun reflect on the blue sea.
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STUNNING NATUREMore Information about Oki Islands UNESCO Global Geopark (Sekiheki(Red Cliff))
Street address
- Nibu, Chibumura, Okigun, Shimane
About SHIMANE Access
Route1
- 15 minutes via taxi from Kurii Port
Route2
- 15 minutes via sightseeing boat from Kurii Port
Opening Hours
- Sightseeing boat runs after 16:00.
Closed
- Sightseeing boat season is from April to October.
Website
- http://nkk-oki.com/english/
Best season
- Apr., May, Jun., Jul., Aug., Sep., Oct.
Point
Spots around
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Shimane Museum of Ancient Izumo
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Tamatsukuri Hot Springs
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Tsuwano Tonomachi Street
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Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center and the townscape of Omori
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Oki Islands UNESCO Global Geopark (Kuniga Coast )
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Matsue Castle
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Izumo Soba
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Hinomisaki
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Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine
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Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine World Heritage Site
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Japanese inns and guesthouses on the islands
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Oki Islands Global Geopark Airport
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Adachi Museum of Art
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Taikodani Inari Shrine
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Hagi Iwami Airport
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Izumo Enmusubi Airport
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Iwami Kagura Traditional Dance
