昆加海岸
“久尼伽海岸”沿着“西之岛”的西北岸延伸，属于“岛根县”范围内的隐岐群岛。这段壮丽的海岸线由日本海数百万年的侵蚀雕琢而成，是日本最壮观的地质景观之一。该地区因在“2013年”获得隐岐群岛“联合国教科文组织全球地质公园”称号而获得国际认可，彰显其卓越的地质与文化价值。 “久尼伽海岸”的瑰宝是“摩天崖”，其高达“257米”，俯瞰下方翻涌的海浪，是日本最高的海蚀崖之一。整段“7公里”的海岸线呈现陡峭的绝壁、海蚀洞和独特的岩层结构，通过清晰可见的沉积岩层讲述着这片区域的地质历史。沿海区域作为放牧地，牛群与马群自由漫步在高耸悬崖的背景前，构成隐岐群岛独有的标志性景观。 游客可以通过多种方式体验久尼伽海岸。“6公里徒步环线”从久尼伽海滩出发，攀升至摩天崖后折返内陆，被列为日本“百大徒步路线”之一。这段“2.5小时的行程”可近距离接触放牧牲畜，并欣赏群岛全景。“观光游船”在“3月至10月”运营，可前往原本无法抵达的海蚀洞与悬崖视角。船只会驶近“通天桥”，这是一处因海蚀洞坍塌而形成的天然岩拱。 前往海岸需先搭乘渡轮至西之岛的“别府港”，随后再搭乘“35分钟车程”或当地巴士前往步道入口。“观光巴士”在“3月至10月”提供定期班次，但仅作短暂停靠，不适合徒步。“出租车接驳”至摩天崖的单程费用约为“¥3,000-3,500”。当地巴士在岛上主要地点之间统一收费“¥200”。该景点“免费开放”，无入场费用，但游客应准备应对日本西岸典型的陡峭地形与多变天气。 in the Oki Islands archipelago, part of Shimane Prefecture. This dramatic coastline represents one of Japan's most spectacular geological formations, carved by millions of years of erosion from the Sea of Japan. The region gained international recognition as part of the UNESCO Global Geopark designation awarded to the Oki Islands in 2013, acknowledging its outstanding geological and cultural significance.
The coastline's crown jewel is Matengai Cliff, which rises 257 meters above the crashing waves below, making it one of Japan's highest sea cliffs. The entire 7-kilometer stretch showcases dramatic precipices, sea caves, and distinctive rock formations that tell the geological history of the region through visible sedimentary layers. The coastal area serves as open pastureland where cattle and horses graze freely against the backdrop of towering cliffs, creating an iconic scene unique to the Oki Islands.
Visitors can experience the Kuniga Coast through multiple approaches. The 6-kilometer hiking loop begins at Kuniga Beach and ascends to Matengai Cliff before returning inland, recognized as one of Japan's Top 100 walking tracks. This 2.5-hour trek offers close encounters with grazing livestock and panoramic views across the archipelago. Sightseeing boat tours operate from March to October, providing access to otherwise unreachable sea caves and clifftop perspectives. The boats navigate close to the Tsūtenkyō Arch, a natural rock formation created by a collapsed sea cave.
Transportation to the coast requires ferry access to Beppu Port on Nishinoshima Island, followed by a 35-minute drive or local bus service to the trailhead. Scenic tour buses run scheduled services from March to October, though they allow only brief stops unsuitable for hiking. Taxi transfers to Matengai Cliff cost approximately ¥3,000-3,500 for one-way transport. Local buses charge a flat rate of ¥200 between key destinations on the island. The site offers free access with no admission fees, though visitors should prepare for steep terrain and changing weather conditions typical of Japan's western coastline.
