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Rokan Cave

Rokan Cave

A cave in Iwate — a mysterious underground world.

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Overview

Rokan Cave is a limestone cavern located in Kamiarisu, Sumita, Kesen District, Iwate Prefecture. The Rokandō Tourist Center stands at the site, and the cave is counted among Sumita's notable tourist attractions.

Highlights

  • A natural limestone cavern formation
  • Counted among Sumita's notable tourist attractions
  • The Rokandō Tourist Center serves as a base for visiting the cave
  • Another cave known as Byakuren Cave lies close by

History

Located in Kamiarisu, Sumita, Kesen District, Iwate Prefecture, this limestone cave has long been valued as a natural attraction in the area. The Rokandō Tourist Center was established as a base for visitors, and the cave is regarded as one of Sumita's notable tourist sites.

Access

The cave is located in Kamiarisu, Sumita, Kesen District, Iwate Prefecture, with the Rokandō Tourist Center serving as the visitor base.

Best season

As an underground cave, it is little affected by outdoor weather and can be visited throughout the year.

Map

39.2431, 141.6844 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

  1. 1Visit the Rokandō Tourist Center
  2. 2Explore the limestone formations inside the cave
  3. 3Extend the visit to the nearby Byakuren Cave
  4. 4Learn about the natural formation of the terrain in Sumita

Did you know?

💡 Close to Rokan Cave lies another limestone cave known as Byakuren Cave.

Nearby spots

📍 Iwate Museum of Art📍 Oomiya Shrine (morioka)📍 Mount Himekami
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