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Amanohashidate Kasamatsu Park

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Amanohashidate Kasamatsu Park

Enjoy the view from between your legs! A unique vantage point for a stunning scenic spot.

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Located in Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture, Amanohashidate Kasamatsu Park is a breathtaking viewpoint that overlooks Amanohashidate, one of Japan's Three Scenic Views. Situated on the slopes of Mt. Nariai at an altitude of 130 meters, the park is easily accessible via the Amanohashidate Cable Car or lift from Fuchu Station.

Upon arrival, visitors are greeted by a stunning view of Amanohashidate, often described as resembling a dragon soaring into the sky. This unique perspective has earned it the nickname “Rising Dragon View” (Shoryukan). The park is also famous as the birthplace of the "matanozoki" (peering through one's legs) tradition. By bending over and looking at the scenery upside down between your legs, Amanohashidate appears like a bridge suspended in the sky, offering a playful and unique way to enjoy the view.

Within the park, AmaTerrace provides a place to dine and shop while enjoying the spectacular scenery. The glass-walled restaurant on the second floor offers a luxurious dining experience with panoramic views of the vast sea and Amanohashidate. On the first floor, you can savor local specialties such as "Kasamatsu Dango" made with Tango-grown Koshihikari rice and homemade sausages featuring Kyoto-Tamba Highland Pork. The shop also offers a wide selection of Tango region specialties, perfect for finding memorable souvenirs.

Highlights

  • A breathtaking viewpoint overlooking Amanohashidate, one of Japan's Three Scenic Views.
  • Famous for the unique "matanozoki" style of viewing the scenery by peering through one's legs.
  • Features a restaurant with stunning views, along with shops offering local foods and regional specialties.

Photos

  • Step onto the special "Matanozoki Platform" to enjoy the scenery in this unique style.

    Step onto the special "Matanozoki Platform" to enjoy the scenery in this unique style.

  • The panoramic view from the restaurant on the second floor of AmaTerrace is breathtaking.

    The panoramic view from the restaurant on the second floor of AmaTerrace is breathtaking.

  • The "Kasamatsu Dango," made with locally grown Tango Koshihikari rice, offers a delightfully chewy texture.

    The "Kasamatsu Dango," made with locally grown Tango Koshihikari rice, offers a delightfully chewy texture.

  • Enjoy the stunning scenery from the Sky Deck, which features sections of glass flooring.

    Enjoy the stunning scenery from the Sky Deck, which features sections of glass flooring.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
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English, Chinese pamphlets and signs are available.

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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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TANKAI＿Free Wi-Fi is available.

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Are there coin lockers available?
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Yes, they are available at Fuchu Station at the base of the cable car. (Fee: 500yen)

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Are there restrooms?
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Yes, restrooms are located in the restaurant, boarding areas, and other facilities.

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Are there any smoking areas?
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Not available.

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Is there parking available?
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There is no dedicated parking for the cable car station. Please use the Moto-Ise Kono Shrine parking lot or nearby souvenir shop parking lots. (Fees apply)

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Are the cable car and lift ticket prices different?
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The tickets are interchangeable, so you can choose either option.

Reviews

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  • Gina C
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    When visiting Amanohashidate in northern Kyoto, you definitely shouldn’t miss Kasamatsu Park! It’s one of the best places to enjoy beautiful views of Amanohashidate. You can take a cable car or chairlift up the mountain and enjoy the surrounding natural scenery along the way. The ride itself already makes you feel like you’re on vacation.

    Once you reach the top, the view in front of you is truly stunning! Looking down from above, you can see a long, narrow sandbar stretching across the bay. The sandbar is covered with green pine trees, and together with the deep blue water, it creates a very distinctive natural landscape. Amanohashidate is also considered one of Japan’s Three Scenic Views, and it certainly lives up to its reputation!

  • Linda Liao
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    When visiting Amanohashidate in northern Kyoto, besides admiring the magnificent scenery of one of Japan's Three Scenic Views, don't miss Kasamatsu Park! Take the cable car or an open-air single-seat chairlift to the top, where you can look down on Amanohashidate's distinctive sandbar. The most famous view here is the “Ascending Dragon View.” Just bend over and look at the scenery upside down through your legs, and the pine-covered sandbar stretching across the bay appears to transform into a giant dragon soaring into the sky. It's quite spectacular and also a lot of fun. There are two ways to reach the top, and I personally prefer the open-air single-seat chairlift! With no cabin blocking the view, you can enjoy unobstructed views of the mountains, forests, and sea along the way. Slowly riding up the mountain in the gentle breeze is very relaxing.

  • 一個漸漸喜歡上慢旅的人
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    Amanohashidate is one of Japan’s famous Three Scenic Views. If you want to enjoy the beautiful scenery without being packed in with the crowds, consider the Flying Dragon View on the opposite shore at Kasamatsu Park on the north side, which feels more relaxed and open. This is also the birthplace of the famous “Ascending Dragon View.” Stand on the observation deck with your back to the sea and look between your legs, and the entire sandbar suddenly flips into a blue-green dragon soaring through the clear sky. It is a very unique experience.

    For the trip up, I recommend taking the smooth enclosed cable car as it slowly climbs the mountain. On the way down, be sure to try the single-seat chairlift with your feet dangling in the air. Looking down over the entire sea and sandbar in the cool breeze, the expansive view is both thrilling and exhilarating. The air is slightly chilly in early spring, and the branches are dotted with the first cherry blossoms, creating scenery as picturesque as a painting.

    I recommend setting out early in the morning to avoid the crowds, then having lunch at the scenic restaurant on the second floor. Order a piping-hot bowl of kitsune udon to warm yourself up while enjoying the stunning panoramic view of Amanohashidate outside the window. Afterward, have a rich and creamy Japanese soft-serve ice cream. The ultimate indulgence, absolutely perfect.

  • 金己田
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    Amanohashidate has two famous observation decks. While researching beforehand, I thought the view from View Land looked closer to how I had imagined Amanohashidate. However, since my transportation pass included the cable car fare to Kasamatsu Park, I started my first visit here.

    From the observation deck, Amanohashidate stretches straight across the water. From this angle, the view is known as the “Rising Dragon View” because the sandbar looks like a dragon soaring into the sky.

    Kasamatsu Park was less crowded than expected. There are several platforms for viewing Amanohashidate upside down between your legs, so there was basically no wait. There’s also a shop next to the cable car station where you can browse before heading back down.

  • 王小鈞
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    When we visited Amanohashidate, one of Japan’s Three Scenic Views, we not only enjoyed the amazing “matanozoki” view, but also made time to walk around Kasamatsu Park on the north side. It’s not just an observation spot for the scenery—there are also lots of little surprises that are great for families with kids.

    The park has plenty of rides and activities that children enjoy, each paid for separately. Once the kids saw them, they couldn’t stop—one activity after another, with laughter the whole way 😂. Adults can take in the beautiful view of Amanohashidate at a relaxed pace, while kids have their own fun too. It’s a nice spot that balances great scenery with family-friendly enjoyment.

    I originally thought we were just coming here to take photos and enjoy the view, but it unexpectedly became one of the happiest stops for the kids. Adding a little playtime like this to the trip made the memories even richer ❤️

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Details

Name in Japanese
天橋立傘松公園
Postal Code
629-2242
Address
75 Ogaki, Miyazu City, Kyoto
Telephone
0772-27-0032
Closed
Free to walk
Business Hours
9:00am - 6:00pm(varies by the season)
Admission
Cable Car・Lift Round-Trip 800yen
Access
(1)About 15 minutes by car from Kyoto Tango Railway Miyatoyo Line’s Amanohashidate Station.
(2)The Amanohashidate Sightseeing Boat takes 12 minutes from "Amanohashidate Pier" to "Ichinomiya Pier," followed by a 5-minute walk.
Official Website
Official Website (English)
Hokkaido Tohoku Kanto Chubu Hokuriku Kansai Chugoku Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa