Shikoku Karst

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Shikoku Karst offers a breathtaking expanse of karst plateau, where you can enjoy diverse landscapes, including lush green grasslands, swaying pampas grass fields, and grazing cows.

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HighlightsBreathtaking views of the expansive karst plateau
Lush green grasslands and vast pampas grass fields
Grazing cows dotting the landscape
Unique topography of exposed limestone
Panoramic views of surrounding mountains, including Ishizuchi Mountain

Basic Information

Address: Nishiya, Kumakogen-chō, Kamiukena-gun, Ehime Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Ehime

Access: National Route 440 runs through Jihōtōge Pass, located in the center of the Shikoku Karst. From the pass eastward, it connects to National Route 439 at the southern edge of Tengu Kogen via Ehime and Kōchi Prefectural Route 383 (Shikoku Karst Park Transverse Route) and Kōchi Prefectural Route 48. It also connects to Ehime Prefectural Route 36 (Nomura Yanagiya Line) heading north from Jihōtōge Pass along National Route 440. The Ehime and Kōchi Prefectural Route 383, "Shikoku Karst Park Transverse Route," runs from Ōnogahara to Himetsuruhira, then onto Godan Kogen and finally Tengu Kogen. Enjoy the expansive scenery as you travel by car, bicycle, motorcycle, or on foot along this prefectural road, selected as the 32nd of the Eighty-Eight Views of Shikoku. A nearby roadside station (along National Route 197) is Michinoeki Yusuhara, located in Yusuha-machi, Kōchi Prefecture. Show route

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HP: https://www.pref.ehime.jp/chu99914/navi/route8/index.html

Overview

Shikoku Karst is a karst plateau at an elevation of approximately 1,400 meters, located on the border between Ehime and Kōchi Prefectures. Counted among Japan's three major karst regions, its magnificent scenery captivates many visitors. In summer, lush green grasslands spread across the plateau, while in autumn, pampas grass fields cover the landscape. The sight of grazing cows adds to the idyllic, characteristic scenery of the karst. Shikoku Karst encompasses various areas, including Ōnogahara, Himetsuruhira, Godan Kogen, and Tengu Kogen, each offering unique views. Ōnogahara is the area where Genji-gada-ba, the highest point of Shikoku Karst, is located. At an elevation of 1,402.8 meters, it's listed as number 34 on the Shikoku Hyakumeizan (100 Famous Mountains of Shikoku). Himetsuruhira features the Himetsuru Sō (inn), Himetsuru Cottages, and Himetsuru Campground. Godan Kogen is listed as number 35 on the Shikoku Hyakumeizan, with its highest point being Godan-jō (castle) at an elevation of 1,455.6 meters. Tengu Kogen is listed as number 36 on the Shikoku Hyakumeizan, with its highest point being Tengu-no-mori (Tengu Forest) at an elevation of 1,484.9 meters. Shikoku Karst is perfect for driving and touring. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery as you drive along the Ehime and Kōchi Prefectural Route 383, the "Shikoku Karst Park Transverse Route." Well-maintained hiking trails allow you to fully immerse yourself in nature. Shikoku Karst, which reveals different aspects depending on the season, offers endless charm, making it a destination worth revisiting time and again.