Genbudo Park ( Basalt Rock Cave Park ) is located in the southern part of Toyooka City of Hyogo Prefecture. As well as being a part of Sanin Coastal Geo Park has long been designated as a natural monument of Japan. The columnar joint rock of Genbudo was formed by an eruption of volcanic activity occurred approximately 1.6 million years ago as a result of reversal action of magnetic field of earth. It was discovered in 1931 that the direction of its magnetic flow was once running toward opposite direction from the current direction of magnetic flow. Those fine patterns of crevices on the rock are the result of terrestrial phenomenon formed when lave cooled down after volcanic eruption. Genbudo is the origin of naming association in Japanese term of Gembugan which is basalt. Genbu is a mythological monster creature in Japan which is a gigantic tortoise entwisted with a gigantic serpent considered to be a guardian of north. You can see those patterns on the rock suggesting scales of reptiles which has given such name to this rock. The entrance to the site is free. There are some onsite guide offering a tour providing two different courses for 300 yen and 500 yen per person. There are some information panels explaining about rock formation of each spot of highlight in English. There is a large parking space provided for visitors. If you wish to learn the details of its rock formation and history visit Genbudo Museum right next to the site. It is very easy to access here with JR Sanin West Line since it is very close to Genbudo Station.
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   Read moreGembudo Park is a series of columnar volcanic formations dating back 1.6 million years. The path stops at several walls and caves that have been formed out of these unique geological phenomenon. The path is even made from hexagonal stone taken from where some of the volcanic rock has collapsed. For people going to Kinosaki Onsen, this is a great place to stop and spend 30-60 minutes. There are English signs as well so you can read about the history. There is also a gem/fossil store with other gifts, as well as a cafe/restaurant and a museum across the street. It is only about 10 minutes from Kinosaki and visitors coming by car will pass right by it....
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