Ashimui, Okinawa's oldest sacred place, is said to be created by the god.Its four grandiose rocky peaks were formed by elevation ofthe limestone layer ... More
Ashimui, Okinawa's oldest sacred place, is said to be created by the god.Its four grandiose rocky peaks were formed by elevation ofthe limestone layer happened 200 million years ago and erosion over the long time since then. The royal family of Ryukyu Dynasty prayed here for their prosperity, harvest and maritime safety. Daisekirinzan, located in Ashimui, is the place for you to pray and talk with Mother Nature.
- Course introduction -
1. Churaumi Ocean View Trail. 700m, approx. 30 min.
Enjoy the splendid view of ocean and Cape Hedo, the northernmost point of Okinawa, as well as Stone Forest Wall and other sacred places.
2. Subtropical Forest Trail 1,000m, approx. 30 min.
Walk through the dense forest full of subtropical trees and plants, where you can find gigantic Chinese Banyans and a colony of 60,000 Cycads, feeling the power of nature.
3. Wonder of Rocks Trail 1,000m, approx. 35 min.
Walk through the world's northernmost tropical karst topography formed by the limestone layer elevation 200 million years ago. Give your own names to the rocks for their shapes.
4.Wheelchair-Accessible Trail. 600m, approx. 20 min.
Paved with wooden blocks, elderly people and wheelchair users can enjoy the trail with views of Eboshi-Iwa Rock and Nabe-Ike Pond. Roofed rest station available on the way.
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