The Oki Islands, part of Daisen-Oki National Park, are recognized as a UNESCO Global Geopark for their internationally valuable geological heritage and unique ecosystem. When enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking or marine sports, please respect the environment around you, be mindful of the local wildlife, and ensure your safety at all times.
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Oki treasures and geopark sites List Geohistory
Before you embark on your adventure: Cherish the rare environment and be cautious of dangerous plants and animals.
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Yui Maenosu Intertidal Shore Platform
Yui Maenosu is a shallow rocky surf…
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Scoria
Scoria is a porous rock formed when…
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Mt. Takuhi
Mt. Takuhi, the highest mountain in…
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Amagata Plain
The Dōzen Islands with their mounta…
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Lava Plateau
Although boat travel has a strong i…
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Explosion Crater, Misaki
The explosion crater in the Misaki …
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Rōsoku-jima (Candle Island)
Rōsoku-jima (Candle Island) is a st…
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Tokage-iwa (Lizard Rock)
This strangely shaped rock looks li…
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Sekiheki (Red Cliff)
As the name suggests, Sekiheki (Red…
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Mantle Xenoliths
Mantle xenoliths are pieces of mate…
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Rhyolite, Okutsudo Coast
This rhyolite was formed by lava ar…
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Diatomaceous Earth
Around 15–10 million years ago, aft…
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Green Tuff
Green tuff, found on the east coast…
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Kuniga Coast
The Kuniga Coast, which stretches a…
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Caldera
The three Dōzen Islands were formed…
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Obsidian
Obsidian is a type of glass created…
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Oki Gneiss
This gneiss (metamorphic rock) from…
Geohistory - Rocks from Continental to Sea Periods