Amanohashidate, Kyoto Japan🇯🇵

Amanohashidate, often referred to as the “Bridge to Heaven,” is a 3.6-kilometre pine-covered sandbar in Miyazu Bay, northern Kyoto Prefecture. Recognised as one of Japan’s “Three Scenic Views,” it offers breathtaking vistas and a blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage.

🏔️Places

- Amanohashidate Sandbar
Walk, bike, or take a boat ride across this scenic pine-covered land bridge. It’s especially beautiful when viewed from above.

- Amanohashidate View Land
A mountaintop park with a panoramic view of the sandbar—best known for the “Matanozoki” pose (bend over and view it upside down!).

- Kasamatsu Park
Another high vantage point on the northern side with cable car access. Offers a different angle of the sandbar.

- Chion-ji Temple
A peaceful Buddhist temple near the southern end, known for its large gate and omikuji (paper fortunes).

🚆 Access

- From Kyoto: Take the Hashidate Limited Express from Kyoto Station to Amanohashidate Station (approximately 2 hours). 

- From Osaka: Travel via Kyoto Station, then transfer to the Hashidate Limited Express to Amanohashidate Station.

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Post by Jannie555 | Apr 29, 2025