寝熊の岩 Neguma-no-iwa Neguma (Sleeping Bear) Rock
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Neguma (Sleeping Bear) Rock is on the coast of Senboshi in the western part of Rishiri Island. The word “Rishiri” comes from an Ainu word “ri-sir,” meaning “an island with a lofty mountain.” As its name shows, the island has a lofty mountain of Mt. Rishiri, which is famous as the treasure trove of alpine plants, many of which are peculiar to this island.
On the western side of the island are a lot of capes and uniquely-shaped rocks, among which the most famous are this Sleeping Bear Rock and Jinmen (Human Face) Rock. When the island emerged in the prehistoric period, lava was rapidly cooled by the seawater to form this rugged coastline. Today these unique rocks are good points to have a comfort rest for the tourists who are sightseeing around the island. You can go down to the shore and enjoy walking along the shoreline on some coasts.
On the western side of the island are a lot of capes and uniquely-shaped rocks, among which the most famous are this Sleeping Bear Rock and Jinmen (Human Face) Rock. When the island emerged in the prehistoric period, lava was rapidly cooled by the seawater to form this rugged coastline. Today these unique rocks are good points to have a comfort rest for the tourists who are sightseeing around the island. You can go down to the shore and enjoy walking along the shoreline on some coasts.
- address
- Senboshi, Rishiri-cho, Rishiri-gun, Hokkaido 097-0311
- name
- Neguma (Sleeping Bear) Rock
- phone
- 0163-84-2345