Scenic Japan from the Water

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

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.

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

Chion-ji Temple pagoda. Chion-ji Temple is a highly regarded temple whose high-profile visitors include Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu during the Muromachi period.

Amanohashidate Rotating Bridge rotates 90 degrees when a boat passes. The scarlet bridge turning dynamically is a captivating sight

Fresh blue and green Amanohashidate in spring is lovely, but the row of pine trees covered in white snow is also marvelous.

Kasamatsu Park near Ichinomiya Boat Dock is a popular spot for upside down viewing through your legs. With earth and sky reversed, Amanohashidate looks like a bridge over the heavens.

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

Right next to Amanohashidate Boat Dock. It is known as a guardian deity of wisdom, and many students come to offer prayers before the entrance exam. Home to many cultural treasures.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Est.1754. Its buildings are located by the ocean, right next to the Funaya houses.

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

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.

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

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.

The view from here is the model of the big mural of NAMI-NO-MA (room of waves) at the Chowaden Reception Hall of the Tokyo Imperial Palace.

A thrilling rock arch that the Dolphin Ship barely squeezes through 

It is known to bring harmony and happiness to married couples.

One of the most vividly-colorful views in the west coast of Omi Island. When the waters are rough, you can see a beautiful scene of whitecaps splashing over the red rocks.