Oshima

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Oshima is a very mysterious island floating near Tojinbo, revered as an object of worship since ancient days. Crossing the vermilion bridge reveals a sacred forest and rocky areas wrapped in a unique solemn atmosphere. Leaving urban busyness, strolling the island feeling nature's silence and historic romance is a special healing experience resetting mind and body from the depths.

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Japan's Island of Gods | Oshima | Fukui

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An epic tale of a kami slaying the monstrous Mokkuri Kokkuri | Japanese Mythology

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Japan: God's Island: Oshima and its History

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Oshima

Address: Anto, Mikuni-cho, Sakai-shi, Fukui
Website: https://kanko-sakai.com/
Operator: DMO Sakai Tourism Bureau

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Tojinbo Cliffs

One of only three sites in the world featuring massive pyroxene andesite columns. The 1km cliff offers thrilling views of the Sea of Japan's rough waves. You can walk to the very edge of the rocks or enjoy the overwhelming scale from a sightseeing boat.

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Yamani Suisan

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Kyukamura Echizen-Mikuni

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Echizen Matsushima

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