Meoto Iwa, Bozu Iwa, and the Bizarre Rocks of the Japanese Archipelago

Along the coastline of Kawano in Minami-Echizen Town, where the landscape transitions from Tsuruga Bay to the Echizen Coast, numerous uniquely shaped rocks carved by rough waves can be seen. Among them, the famous Couple Rocks stand side by side like a loving pair at the terminus of the Shio-Kaze Line, alongside the massive Bonzu Rock and the peculiar Japan Archipelago Rock, resembling the shape of the Japanese islands. One cannot help but feel a sense of ancient romance in the sculptural beauty crafted by nature over long ages. Highly recommended as a scenic drive route on a clear day.

Information

Telephone Number Details
Minami-Echizen Town Kono Tourism Association 0778-48-2240 Minami-Echizen Town Kono Office 0778-48-2111
Address (in Japanese)
福井県南越前町河野
Getting There
20 minutes by car from the Hokuriku Expressway Takefu IC / 30 minutes by car from the Hokuriku Expressway Tsuruga IC
Car Park
No

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https://www.fuku-e.com/en/attractions/detail_1347.html
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https://www.fuku-e.com/en/attractions/detail_5713.html
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https://www.fuku-e.com/en/attractions/detail_5644.html

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