Dairiseki (Marble) Coast is located in the northeastern side of Karakuwa Peninsula in Miyagi Prefecture. Islands of white marble stones lie in the calm bay surrounded by marble cliffs. The brilliance of white marble over the clear blue water looks like studded jewels. This beautiful coast was created by the volcanic activities in the Cretaceous period over 100 million years ago. We can’t help being overwhelmed by the grandeur of nature and feel vanity of human existence as well.

The high-quality marble stone quarried from this coast once enjoyed nationwide reputation, but now quarrying has been stopped for preserving its beautiful coastline. Walking along the promenade in the pine grove on top of the cliff, you can command a fine view of the emerald green ocean and white rocks including the marble stone cave. From June through early July, you can also enjoy viewing the community of Nikko-kisuge (Hemerocallis middendorffii var. esculenta), which is very rare in coast areas.