In the southern part of Wakayama Prefecture in Kushimoto town stands a group of almost 40 unique shaped rocks about 850-meters tall.
The lined up natural rock scenery in a straight fashion is called “Hashigui Iwa Rocks”. It is located by the side of the road, making it easy for visitors to find.
Hashi in Japanese means bridge, gui means pillar and iwa means rock, so the name literally translates to “Rock Pillar Bridge”.
This tourist spot is yet another natural sculpture by Mother Nature, stretching along the coast of Wakayama. The fantastic views of sunset and sun rising behind the rocks make this place a famous sightseeing spot.
The landscape is beautiful at any time of the day. In every movement of the sun rising, or setting, the Hashigui Iwa Rocks can show you its different landscape charms.
If the tide is low, you can actually walk on the rocks and get up close near the rock pillars.
Maybe get a little creative and make something out of the few rocks lined up. One of the rocks looks like a worshipping monk. Will you be able to spot that worshipping monk when you visit Hashigui Iwa Rocks?
Next to the Hashigui Iwa Rocks is a rest area where you can buy snacks, souvenirs or take a break. Parking space is available by the establishment. This would be a lovely little stopover when you happen to pass by the area.
Some visitors would compare Hashigui Iwa Rocks and the 12 apostles in Australia. The Hashigui Iwa Rocks and 12 apostles are both beautiful coastline sceneries. Although the size is smaller than the 12 apostles, the Hashigui Iwa Rocks is more accessible to tourists.
You can reach Hashigui Iwa Rocks from Kushimoto station and Kii-Hime by foot.
Witness nature at its best when visiting Hashigui Iwa in Kushimoto in Wakayama!
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