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Muroto UNESCO Global Geopark
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Muroto UNESCO Global Geopark
室戸ユネスコ世界ジオパーク
3.9Est. 120Muroto, Shikoku
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Overview
UNESCO geopark where active tectonic uplift exposes fossil-studded ancient seafloor.
At Shikoku's southeastern tip, tectonic uplift continues pushing ancient seafloor above the waterline, creating a living geology textbook. The geopark visitor center explains the process before you walk among wave-sculpted rock terraces embedded with marine fossils. Cape Muroto Lighthouse, built in 1899 with Japan's largest lens at 2.6 meters, throws its beam 49 kilometers across the Pacific.
Practical info
- Japanese name
- 室戸ユネスコ世界ジオパーク
- Nearest station
- Muroto Bus Stop (15 min bus)
- Payment
- Cards accepted
- Reservations
- not required
Accessibility
Wheelchair entranceWheelchair parkingWheelchair restroom
Good for
Families
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