Shikoku Karst Prefectural Natural Park, Prefectural nature park in Ehime Prefecture, Japan.
The Shikoku Karst spans 53.6 square kilometers across the municipalities of Kumakogen, Seiyo, and Uchiko, featuring limestone formations and elevated plateaus.
The natural park received official designation on March 21, 1964, as part of Japan's commitment to preserve geological formations and ecological diversity.
The park contains numerous walking paths with Japanese cypress woodchips, allowing visitors to practice traditional forest meditation techniques among natural surroundings.
Route 383 provides vehicle access through the park, while local tourism offices in Matsuyama offer information about guided tours and current conditions.
The park reaches elevations of 1,485 meters, offering views of both the Pacific Ocean and the Ishizuchi Mountain range on clear days.
Location: Ehime Prefecture
Inception: March 21, 1964
GPS coordinates: 33.50100,132.95500
Latest update: March 15, 2025 14:24
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