Devil's Washboard — Attraction in Miyazaki

Known both as the 'devil's/ogre's washboard', while you may see these unique rock formations caused by natural formation and erosion as you travel all over Aoshima, it is only around path leading to the Aoshima Shrine that you will be able to walk right up to the formations without the risk of being washed out to sea by crashing waves.

If you are travelling to this island on your own, the most efficient way is to take the bus that specifically stops right outside the shrine. If you are taking the bus from Miyazaki train station, go to the information booth just beyond the entrance doors to the bus terminal and ask for the bus timetable. There are two different sets of times depending on whether it is a weekday or weekend. There is a very helpful gentleman at the information booth that can speak English and can give you an English information timetable. On board the bus, announcements are made over loudspeaker as to the upcoming stops in 4 different languages- Japanese, Korean, English and Mandarin.

If you are also planning to travel to other tourist places in Miyazaki, then the best value for money is getting an all day buss pass, that will allow you to hop on and off for 1000 yen per adult the whole day. These passes can be bought at the information booth.

Be aware that transport here, as like the rest of the Japan arrives and leaves on time 99% of the time. So plan your trip around Miyazaki very wisely and be aware of the time, lest you just miss a buss and have to wait another huge stretch of time to catch...

The Devil’s Washboard (鬼の洗濯板, Oni no Sentakuita) is one of Aoshima’s most fascinating natural wonders. Stretching along the coastline, these unique rock formations resemble an enormous, perfectly arranged washboard, giving the site its eerie yet captivating name.

Visitors can walk along the shore, feeling the rough textures beneath their feet while taking in the rhythmic sounds of the waves. The area surrounding Aoshima, with its tropical scenery and sacred Aoshima Shrine, adds to the mystical atmosphere of this geological marvel.

A trip to Aoshima wouldn’t be complete without witnessing the Devil’s Washboard—whether you’re a nature lover, a photographer, or just someone who appreciates the beauty of Japan’s coastal landscapes. It’s a must-visit spot that showcases the incredible...

Nature's highlight of rock formations when visiting Aoshima Island. Beautiful and scenic, the ragged rocks do come across as a huge washboard in its appearance, especially when seen from afar before approaching it closer. When we came, it was low tide, so it can be seen very clearly and some people and children would walk out on the rocks, balancing along the way. It's naturally sandy when walking along the shore. It will also lead to the shrine...