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Sotomo Scenic Coast
蘇洞門Fukui · Chubu
A dramatic sea-cliff and cave coastline near Obama, viewable by sightseeing boat, named one of CNN's "31 most beautiful places in Japan."
- Crowd level
- Hidden gem
- Rating
- 4.4· 201 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Admission
- Coast is free; reached by the Sotomo-meguri sightseeing boat. Adult (JHS+) fare ¥2,600 = base ¥2,500 + fuel surcharge ¥100 (surcharge added from May 1 2026, reset monthly on the 1st). Wakasa Fisherman's Wharf official. Last entry Last boat 3:30 PM.
- Nearest station
- Obama Station · 17 min walk
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
9:30–16:30Admission
- Coast is free; reached by the Sotomo-meguri sightseeing boat. Adult (JHS+) fare ¥2,600 = base ¥2,500 + fuel surcharge ¥100 (surcharge added from May 1 2026, reset monthly on the 1st). Wakasa Fisherman's Wharf official. Last entry Last boat 3:30 PM.
Stored weekly hours
Daily 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Tags
coastboat tourscenic
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