This is one of those places that’s like, “once is enough, but you’d regret it if you never came.”
Cape Soya | Review by 姜彩嬌
Other Reviews by 姜彩嬌
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Ostrich Kingdom Ishioka Farm
A sightseeing ranch with Approx. 200 ostriches raised on spacious grounds. The ostriches roaming around the ranch with charming expressions are mainly gentle African Black ostriches, making it a safe place to visit even with small children. As one of the largest ostrich-breeding spots in Japan, you also have a great chance to witness the rare sight of ostriches laying eggs.
A small, family-friendly spot where you can see ostriches up close, feed them, and take photos. Kids will probably find it really fun and unusual.
The grounds aren’t very big and the facilities are pretty simple, so it’s good for a casual stop if you’re already nearby rather than a special trip. But if you just want to relax and let the kids burn off some energy, it’s pretty nice. -
Motonosumi Shrine
The Motonosumi Shrine, located in Yuyatsuo, Nagato City, is said to be a power spot in Yamaguchi.
It's in Yamaguchi Prefecture, and the most famous thing here is the long row of red torii gates stretching all the way down to the sea—it's seriously breathtaking. No matter how you take photos, they always turn out amazing. The ocean view from above is so soothing, especially on a clear day with the blue sky and waves—the colors are just dreamy!
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Kitazawa Flotation Plant
The Aikawa Gold and Silver Mine, the largest of Sado’s gold mines, was in operation from the early Edo period until 1989. In the Kitazawa district, the ruins of the Kitazawa Flotation Plant remain-a facility built to meet the demand for mass production of gold and silver during wartime. Structures from the early Showa period still stand today, and the site has been designated a National Historic Site as a valuable piece of industrial heritage.
This is a ruin site with huge concrete buildings covered in greenery—it feels straight out of a fantasy movie. Walking inside, you can sense the traces of the mining boom from the past, but now it's become an awesome spot for photos. There's a bit of a mysterious vibe, so if you're into ruins or historical places, you'll love it.