Washuzan

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Washuzan

Named for Appearing like an Eagle Spreading its Wings

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Washuzan Hill is a place of scenic beauty, representing Japan’s first national park, Seto Naikai National Park.
The name, “Washuzan”, comes from its appearance, resembling an eagle spreading its wings. It is familiar to the locals as a symbol of Okayama Prefecture.
From Shoshu-ho, its 133-meter-high peak, take in sweeping views of over 50 beautiful islands, both large and small, as well as the grand Seto Ohashi Bridge. The sunsets seen from here, also known for their beauty, are ranked among the top 100 in Japan.
Two observation decks have been set up near Washuzan Rest House and Washuzan Visitor’s Center.

Highlights

  • This place of scenic beauty is representative of Seto Naikai National Park.
  • From the peak, take in sweeping views of the Seto Inland Sea and Seto Ohashi Bridge.
  • This location was chosen as one of the 100 top sunset spots in Japan!
  • For a meal or a break, why not stop by Washuzan Rest House?

Photos

  • From the 1st observation deck

    From the 1st observation deck

  • From the 1st observation deck

    From the 1st observation deck

  • From the 1st observation deck (sunset)

    From the 1st observation deck (sunset)

  • Seto Ohashi Bridge

    Seto Ohashi Bridge

  • Seto Ohashi Bridge (night view)

    Seto Ohashi Bridge (night view)

  • Seto Ohashi Bridge (sunset)

    Seto Ohashi Bridge (sunset)

  • The exterior of Washuzan Rest House

    The exterior of Washuzan Rest House

  • Washuzan Rest House (restaurant)

    Washuzan Rest House (restaurant)

  • Washuzan Rest House (Kaiseki cuisine)

    Washuzan Rest House (Kaiseki cuisine)

Reviews

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    I've been to Kojima Bus Station twice.

    The first time, I wanted to go to Ojigatake to watch the sunset, and I chose between Ojigatake and Washuzan. But while I was looking up how to get back down, I found that Ojigatake was more convenient, except there were no more buses...

    I don't know whether I hadn't done enough research or got something wrong at the time. Anyway, I didn't make it to Ojigatake, and I was afraid I wouldn't be able to get back if I went to Washuzan...

    It put me in such a bad mood that even three delicious meals couldn't have cheered me up. (I really love sunrises and sunsets.)

    So this time, I researched the transportation super carefully, and I actually found out that Washuzan has a sunset bus!

    So I made up my mind to rush back from Tottori and watch the sunset to make up for last time.

    (If Tottori had a better spot, I definitely would've gone there, but Tottori is really so remote...)

    Anyway, in the end I really did get on the sunset bus as I'd hoped!

    Overall, it was pretty good. The older driver was also very cute and even made a huge heart sign at us!

    The only downside was that the mountain road was really bumpy, and there were no restrooms along the way, so you really should go before leaving. But the driver seemed like he really didn't want me to go, maybe because he was afraid I'd make us late? But there were still about ten minutes left.

    So I went anyway, and luckily I did!

    After arriving at Washuzan, the scenery before my eyes really felt like a painting. I'll just post the beautiful scenery in this review.

    (I'll put the beautiful sunset in the Seto Ohashi Bridge review.

    Honestly, I was a little moved. It wasn't simply thinking, wow, it's so beautiful. It was because I'd gone through so much and taken so many detours, rushing all the way back from Tottori, storing my luggage, finding the limited express train, and really worrying that I'd be late. In the end, I finally saw the sunset I'd wanted to see for so long!

    I'm so glad I came. No regrets now ٩(˃̶͈̀௰˂̶͈́)و

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    Once you reach the observation deck, you get a stunning view of the Seto Inland Sea and its beautiful straits. The sunset in the evening is truly delightful.

Details

Name in Japanese
鷲羽山
Postal Code
711-0925
Address
Shimotsuitanoura, Kurashiki City, Okayama
Admission
Free of charge
Access
About 10 minutes by taxi from Kojima Station on the JR Seto Ohashi Line
Official Website
Official Website(Japanese)
Hokkaido Tohoku Kanto Chubu Hokuriku Kansai Chugoku Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa