Scenic Japan from the Water

Inner Shrine of Motoise Kono Shrine, a famous power spot where deities such as Amaterasu-ōmikami and Toyouke-ōmikami are enshrined.

Sightseeing Boat that cruises through the calm waters of Aso Sea along Amanohashidate, one of Japan’s three scenic views. Enjoy the breathtaking view from the waters.

A very venerable shrine close to Ichinomiya Boat Dock, where Amaterasu-ōmikami and Toyouke-ōmikami were enshrined before they were enshrined at Ise Grand Shrine.

Beautiful combination of cherry blossoms and Amanohashidate, Japan’s representative flower and scenic spot.

A beach in Amanohashidate. Many people from all over the country visit in summer to swim in one of Japan's most scenic spots.

Nariai-ji Temple, 28th temple of the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, is accessible from Ichinomiya Boat Dock by Kasamatsu Cable and Tankai Tozan Bus. The sight of its autumn leaves is spectacular.

A spectacular view of Amanohashidate can be enjoyed from the upper floor of the boat. Passengers can also feed seagulls.

The first sunrise of the year seen from Kasamatsu Park near Ichinomiya Boat Dock. On this day, Kasamatsu Cable also operates from early morning.

The view of Amanohashidate from Kasamatsu Park near Ichinomiya Boat Dock is called “shoryukan” (rising dragon), and it is considered a very auspicious sight.

The only shrine in Amanohashidate. Isoshimizu in the shrine is a mysterious well where fresh water springs up despite being surrounded by the ocean. 

Funaya houses and their lighting. Sunset and night views of the area are also spectacular.

A 100-meter waterfall in Ine town. A precious fall which only appears after rain or snowmelt seasons.

A view of Ine Bay from the roadside station “Funaya no Sato." A gorgeous scenery of the 230 Funaya houses and the beautiful ocean.

A 25-minute experience of the beautiful Funaya housings stretched across the whole harbor.

Another photo from the fireworks festival. The traditional lanterns hung from the Funaya houses makes everyone’s heart brighter.

The blue sky, the blue water, and the Funaya houses melting into the scene…. Picturesque is the word.

Another shot from the fireworks festival. Fireworks reflecting on the waters create a dreamlike scene.

Dolphins occasionally visit Ine Bay. A lucky visitor might have a chance to see them.

Funaya houses are buildings unique to this region. The ground level of the building is a garage for fishboats, and the second floor is used as housing and living space.

A fireworks festival is held every year at the end of August. The fireworks lighting up the Funaya houses create outerworldly scenes.

The pink cherry blossoms are a perfect match for the emerald green waters of the ocean. Ine is a place where even time flows slower.

An shrine in Ine, known for its legends of Urashima Taro, one of the most famous folktales of Japan.

Ine in snow almost looks as if it had popped out from a fairy tale.

A picture of Ine taken from the sky. The way the 230 Funaya houses stretch across the harbor can be well observed.

Funaya houses colored by the evening glow. Orange and pink veils of light give a different look to Ine’s spectacular scenery.

You can see a hole created by wave erosion and also a statue of Kannon Bodhisattva, the Goddess of Mercy, at the upper left.

The dolphin ship can just pass through between the cliffs rising 50m from the sea level only when the sea is calm. The rocks have been nicknamed the Alps of the Sea.

A rare spot where you can see deep down inside the caldera volcano from about ninety million years ago. You will find a large rock mural created by nature with images of snakes, rabbits, etc.

A thrilling rock arch that the Dolphin Ship barely squeezes through 

Fufu Cave is one of the best-known sights of Omijima