Overview and characteristics of Akiyoshido
Akiyoshi-do is a limestone cave located in the eastern part of Mine City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, which extends beneath Akiyoshidai, one of Japan’s three major karsts. It is known for its magnificent scale and beautiful stalactites.
This cave is the largest limestone cave in Japan, extending 100-200m underground, and has a sightseeing path spanning approximately 1km.。
History of Akiyoshido
Akiyoshido has a long history and was known as Takido (Takido) before 1926.
It is also designated as a special natural monument and is part of Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park.
Around 1990, cave explorers conducted diving surveys and discovered that Akiyoshido Cave reaches a total length of 8,850m to the Kuzugaoka Cave, which connects to the east.
According to a survey in 2016, it was further extended to 10,300m, ranking it as the third largest in Japan.
Adventure in the cave
When you visit Akiyoshido Cave, you can enjoy the mysterious scenery inside the cave.
The beauty of the stalactites is overwhelming, and their shapes and colors create a fantastic atmosphere inside the cave.
The underground river is also one of the highlights, and its clear water is reflected in the stalactites, creating a fantastic sight.
Basic information about Akiyoshido
| Info | Akiyoshido Cave ■Location 3506-2 Akiyoshi, Akiyoshi-cho, Mine City, Yamaguchi Prefecture ■Business hours ・March-November 8:30-17:30 Closed 18:30 ・December-February 8:30-16:30 Closed 17:30 ■Fees Adults ¥1,300 High school students ¥1,300 Junior high school student ¥1,050 Elementary school student ¥700 *Group discount available ■Parking lot Parking available ■Telephone number 0837-62-0305 ■Website karusuto.com/spot/akiyoshido |
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