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Bandokorobana Natural Park
A seaside power spot where you can walk to the sea at low tide. Overflowing with good fortune!
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Overlooking one of Japan's 100 famous mountains, "Kaimondake", this seaside park presents a vast view of the magnificent East China Sea right before your eyes. If you visit during low tide, you can walk atop the rugged reefs almost all the way out to sea, delighting in encounters with small fish swimming in the shallows and various shellfish.
Especially notable is a spot where the reef erodes in a circular pattern, creating a "Sea Pond" filled with seawater. There's a lingering legend that this spot was once the entrance to the Dragon Palace. The surrounding sea is revered as the habitat of the "seahorse" or "Tatsunootoshigo", regarded as a deity of good fortune, with several spots dedicated to this theme. The "Kissyo" is a bell built for tourists visiting this location; ringing it a specific number of times allows visitors to make wishes for successful love, safe childbirth, and improved health.
Experience offering a "Shell Ema", where visitors write their wishes on a scallop shell. Moreover, the park houses Japan's only Seahorse Farm ("Tatsunootoshigo House"), where you can observe the intriguing behavior of this endangered species up close.
Highlights
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Descend to the reefs during low tide and enjoy shore play.
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The vast East China Sea spreads right in front, with a distant view of "Kaimondake".
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Numerous spots dedicated to the deity of happiness, the seahorse.
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When venturing onto the reefs, wear athletic shoes or boots that you don't mind getting wet.
Photos
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![On clear days, the figure of "Kaimondake" can be seen distinctly.]()
On clear days, the figure of "Kaimondake" can be seen distinctly.
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![The "Sea Pond" surrounded by reefs forming a circle.]()
The "Sea Pond" surrounded by reefs forming a circle.
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![During low tide, one can venture quite far out to sea.]()
During low tide, one can venture quite far out to sea.
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!["Kissyo", the bell where the number of rings changes the nature of your wish.]()
"Kissyo", the bell where the number of rings changes the nature of your wish.
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![Sit on a bench and take in the panoramic view!]()
Sit on a bench and take in the panoramic view!
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Can you assist in foreign languages? (If yes, please mention which languages.)
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We have information boards in English.
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
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The park itself is free of charge, so there is no restriction on re-entry.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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No free Wi-Fi available.
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Is eating and drinking allowed? Also, is it possible to bring in food and beverages?
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You are allowed to eat and drink in the park and bring your own food and beverages.
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Are coin lockers available?
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Not available.
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Are there any discounted tickets available?
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Admission is free.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 番所鼻自然公園
- Postal Code
- 891-0704
- Address
- 5202 Eichobeppu, Minamikyushu City, Kagoshima
- Telephone
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0993-83-2511 (South Kyushu City Office - Commerce, Tourism & Urban Policy Divisions)
0993-38-1883 (Tatsunootoshigo House) - Closed
- Tatsunootoshigo House: Closed on Tuesdays.
- Hours
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Tatsunootoshigo House: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Park: Always open. - Fees
- Tatsunootoshigo House: Free admission.
- Directions
- About a 10-minute walk from Mizunarekawa Station on the JR Ibusuki Makurazaki Line.
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)