Northern Kyoto: Ine Town Water Activities

"Kyoto by the Sea" is located in the northern part of Kyoto. The ultramarine and blue form a rich natural landscape. The most famous attraction is "Amanohashidate", which is known as one of the three most scenic views in Japan. The sandbar formed between the Aso Sea and Miyazu Bay separates the two seas. According to legend, Amanohashidate was the bridge that the gods used to travel between heaven and earth, but they fell to the human world due to falling. Therefore, when you visit Kasamatsu Park, where you can see the beautiful scenery of Amanohashidate, you will often see people bending over and looking back from their crotch, because in this way, the sandbar that originally spanned the sea surface has become a suspension bridge suspended in the sky!

In addition to the must-visit attractions listed above, you can also have fun in "Kyoto by the Sea". Every summer, you can experience various water activities, whether it is sea kayaking or the most popular stand-up paddle board (SUP) in recent years, here you can find it all! Set out in a canoe from Honjohama, where the story of the oldest Urashima Taro legend in Japan took place, and admire the unique valley-style coast of the Sea of ​​Japan from the sea. The cliffs formed by large and small caves and waterfalls will surely amaze you with the stunning coastal scenery. The stand-up paddle activity at Yuhigaura Coast is easy for even beginners to get started, and if you combine it with the sunset time, you can also enjoy the sunset view.

Of course, delicious food is also a must. Northern Kyoto is a famous area for oyster farming! May to August is the season for eating large and delicious "Iwa oysters" raw. High-quality oysters have been cultivated over many years in the Tango area. Because the shell is relatively thin, even though it looks the same as other oysters, the oyster inside is actually about 1.5 times larger!

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Post by 古古仔 | Aug 30, 2023