Urasabaku Desert — Attraction in Tokyo

It’s a cool place to visit but be careful when traveling alone. You can easily get lost going back to the entrance. There are no trails nor pointers so be careful. I got lost going back ; and my phone was dead. It was a tense and stressful time 😂 Luckily, I found my friend then both of us got lost and walked in circles before we found the entrance 😂 Clearly, our lives have no sense of direction. It’s cool riding with ATV. Please don’t enter your car in the desert. It’s prohibited and there’s a big chance you’ll get stuck in the sand BUT we saw 2 cars entered and one of them was a taxi. They had ordinary tires (or maybe not ;) Maybe they lived there and they know a route you can enter with a car BUT please...

The Urasabaku Desert, nestled on Izu Oshima Island, is a captivating natural phenomenon. Its black volcanic sand stretches out like an otherworldly canvas, evoking a sense of lunar exploration. The panoramic view from the top is awe-inspiring, rewarding hikers with a glimpse of the island’s rugged beauty. Be mindful of the sand’s slippery texture as you ascend. A visit to the Urasabaku Desert is an absolute must for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers!” 🌵🌕 For more detailed information, you can explore reviews on Tripadvisor or discover additional experiences on LIVE...

If you visit Oshima, you should definitely visit Ura-Sabaku. I was fortunate to experience it on a clear, windless day, when I got to experience complete silence, interrupted only by the occasional airplane flying over me. The black basalt makes the scenery look barren and harsh, but it is also strangely beautiful. The volcanic desert, covered in black cooled lava rocks, is not a typical desert, but it is no less...