The Igneous Rock in Shionomisaki
潮岬の火成岩／Shionomisaki no Kaseigan
- Scenic Spot(National Designation)
- Yoshino-Kumano National Park
Details
Cape Shionomisaki is a spot where complex volcanic activity took place, involving various magmas of different compositions. The coastline is a great place to observe these rocks. For example, the blackish and whitish rocks illustrate its complexity. Pillow lava, created when magma erupts underwater and cools quickly, can be seen on the beach below Shionomisaki Lighthouse.
| Address | Shionomisaki Kushimoto-cho, Higashimuro-gun, Wakayama-ken 649-3502 Japan |
| Parking | Paid parking available. |
| Traffic Access | About 5 minutes walk from "Shiomisaki Todai-mae" bus stop on the Shiomisaki line of the Kushimoto Town Community Bus. |
| Remarks | Toilets available (public toilets in front of Shiomisaki Lighthouse). |
| Cultural Heritage | National Parks,National Scenic Beauty |
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