Goishi Coast is Japan’s hidden gem, located on the Suesaki Peninsula in Ofunato City, Iwate Prefecture.
As the name suggests, this beach is characterized by flat stones made of round gravel made of black mudstone, and has an appearance similar to Go stones.
In this article, let’s explore the beauty, history, attractions, activities, and worth of visiting Goishi Coast.
Overview of “Goishi Coast”
Goishi Coast is located on the southern part of the Sanriku Coast and offers a beautiful ria coastline.
Its pebble beaches and beautiful coastline make it an attractive spot for nature lovers.
Along the coast, there is a scenic area stretching approximately 3 kilometers from Anatoshi-Iso, Kinchukuiwa, Raiiwa and Ranboudani, Chiyojima, Cape Goishi, Ebisu Beach, and Goishi Beach.
Geology and rocks
The area around Goishi Beach contains interesting information about the geology and rock history.
Paleozoic limestone layers spread across Ofunato Inner Bay, and it can be seen that from about 400 million years ago it was a warm sea area where coral, trilobites, and ammonites lived.
The black mudstone of the Goishi Coast was formed as a thermally metamorphosed rock area about 130,000 years ago when marine snow was deposited in the ocean trench and the mud was pushed up against the ocean floor plate.
Marls, coals, black mudstones, hornstones, and even contact metamorphic rocks are found in this area, and its geological history is evidence of tectonic deformation accompanied by forest fires.
Goishi Coast sightseeing spots
There are many things to see on the Goishi coast. Chiyojima and Cape Goishi captivate visitors with their beauty.
Goishihama is attractive for its coastline with characteristic Goishi-like stones and highly transparent seawater.
In the summer, you can enjoy swimming in the sea and have a relaxing time.
Activities and facilities
The area around Goishi Beach is full of facilities for tourists to spend their time comfortably.
Near the parking lot are the Tsubaki Museum of the World and the Ofunato City Museum, where you can learn about the history and culture of the area.
Additionally, camping sites and rest houses are also provided for the convenience of visitors.
To explore the Goishi Coast, there is a promenade lined with red pine trees along the coast, making it the perfect place for nature lovers and hikers.
You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Goishi Coast while walking along the promenade.
Basic information about “Goishi Coast”
| Info | Goishi coast (The information below is from Goishikaigan Information Center) ■Location Ohama, Suesaki-cho, Ofunato City, Iwate Prefecture ■Business hours 8:30～17:15 ■Closed days Year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th to January 3rd) ■Parking lot 79 regular cars, 2 parking spaces for people with disabilities, 13 large vehicles (free of charge) ■Inquiries Tel:0192-29-2359 ■Website https://goishi.info/ |
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