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Sanriku Coast Trail (Jodogahama)
CoastalCoastal trail along Iwate's rugged Sanriku coast to the pure white Jodogahama beach.
Tohoku7km3h200m
Moderate
Coastal Trails
10 trails found
Coastal trails in Japan reveal a stunning and often overlooked side of the country, tracing rugged sea cliffs, hidden coves, and fishing villages perched above the Pacific and Sea of Japan. The Michinoku Coastal Trail in Tohoku stretches over 1,000 kilometers, while shorter routes along the Kii Peninsula and Seto Inland Sea offer dramatic ocean panoramas and fresh seafood at trail's end.
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10 listed trails
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Tohoku coastal regionCompare long coastal walking stages with Tohoku access points and fishing-town stops.All hiking trailsReturn to the full trail directory when one route type is too narrow for comparison.Hiking guide articlesUse articles to understand seasons, transport, safety, and itinerary planning before choosing.
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Michinoku Coastal Trail (Tanesashi Section)
CoastalScenic section of the 1,000 km trail along dramatic Tohoku coastline.
Tohoku12km4h200m
Moderate
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Yakushima Seaside Trail (Nagata Inakahama)
CoastalCoastal trail on Yakushima's north shore passing sea turtle nesting beaches.
Kyushu8km2.5h100m
Moderate
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Izu Geo Trail (Dogashima)
CoastalGeopark coastal trail with sea caves, tombolo phenomenon, and volcanic landforms.
Chubu6km2.5h150m
Easy
