San’in Kaigan Geopark

The San’in Kaigan Geopark, which includes the San’in Kaigan National Park, spans approximately 120km from Kyotango City(Kyoto Prefecture) in the east, to Tottori City(Tottori Prefecture) in the west, and extends up to 30km from north to south. It is a member of the Global Geoparks Network.

Nanki Kumano Geopark

In Nanki Kumano Geopark, you can see three different geologic bodies which were occurred by the subduction of the crustal plate. Here, you can experience many kinds of excellent nature and culture, such as unique sceneries, a wide variety of plants and animals, the Kumano faith, rafting and the like, created by the three different geologic bodies.

Miyoshi Geopark

“Elevated Villages and the Flowing Yoshinogawa River on the Ever-Changing Earth.” This is the theme of Miyoshi Geopark, which showcases the dynamic relationship between land and life. Here, you can experience landscapes shaped by dramatic three geological movements, including Eroding Land, sculpted by river erosion; Crumbling Land, formed through landslides; and Moving Land, influenced by the active Median Tectonic Line. These geological features have fostered a rich diversity of flora and fauna. Despite the challenging terrain, local communities have developed unique lifestyles in harmony with the land, reflecting their resilience and deep connection to nature.