Makido Caves: Uncover Japan’s Neon-Lit Wonderland – 満奇洞 – 新見市、岡山県、日本
Hey, we’re here at the Makito page right outside of the small town of Mimi. Let’s go check it out. [Music] The ticket prices, it’s 1,000 yen for an adult. For high school, junior high school, 800, elementary school, 500 yen. The machine takes all credit cards and even AMX. The entryway. It’s really cool. The entryway’s right here. [Music] Here. It’s cold. [Music] It’s really beautiful how they have it all lit up with the different colored lights. Oh, wow. [Music] I know [Music] other. [Music] You’re a tall guy like me. There’s a hallway here. I already hit her head. She already hit her head. You had to crouch down for quite a while and walk under. I think the uh look at I look like a I look like a horror character. So apparently you can rent helmets here. We should have I hit myself pretty hard. [Music] Hello. Wow. [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] you think? Um, way deeper than I thought they would go to be honest. I thought they were going to be much more shallow. Pretty spectacular. Yeah. And even being here middle of the week. I mean, it was pouring today. I’m actually shocked at how many people are here. Yeah, it was probably about half a dozen people total, but we were in there mostly alone. So, it’s pretty awesome. Yeah. Makito Cave. Check it out if you’re in Japan, especially if you’re in Okama Perfeure. [Music]
Join us on an electrifying adventure as we dive into the mesmerizing Makido Caves (満奇洞) in Niimi City, Okayama Prefecture, Japan (新見市、岡山県、日本)! This 450-meter-long limestone cave, a designated Okayama Prefectural Natural Monument, is a hidden gem that’s guaranteed to leave you in awe! 😱 Discovered by a hunter during the Edo Period, Makido Caves have been captivating explorers since 1929 when poets Yosano Tekkan and Akiko dubbed it a “cave full of wonders.” And trust us, they weren’t exaggerating!
Get ready to be dazzled by vibrant neon LED lights that illuminate jaw-dropping stalactites, stalagmites, and rimstone fields like the stunning Senmaida, one of Japan’s finest! The cave’s mystical atmosphere is amplified by its underground lake, spanned by the iconic Ryugu Bridge—a vivid red arch that’s perfect for epic selfies! 📸 Don’t miss the Lover’s Fountain, a heart-shaped photo spot that’s earned its title as a Sacred Place for Lovers. 💕 Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or a hopeless romantic, this cave has it all!
With a steady temperature of 15°C year-round, Makido Caves are a cool escape in summer and a cozy retreat in winter. The relatively flat terrain makes it an easy 30-minute exploration, though watch your head in some tight spots! 👀 The cave’s wet platforms are well-maintained, but sturdy shoes are a must for this thrilling journey. From September 28 to November 24, 2024, the Forest Art Festival: Okayama, Land of Sunshine transforms Makido into an art gallery, showcasing works by renowned photographer and film director Mika Ninagawa—talk about a visual feast! 🎨
Fun Fact: Makido Caves served as a filming location for the 1977 movie Yatsuhakamura, adding a cinematic vibe to its already magical allure. Located in Niimi City at 2276-2 Akauma, Toyonaga, it’s just a 20-minute drive from Kitaboso IC or 30 minutes from Niimi IC on the Chugoku Expressway. Prefer public transit? Hop on a bus from JR Ikura Station (38 minutes) to the final stop. Parking is plentiful with space for 150 cars and 10 buses. Admission is 1,000 yen for adults, 800 yen for junior high students, 500 yen for elementary students, and free for kids under elementary school age. The cave is open from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM).
Come along as we navigate this neon-charged underworld, where every corner sparkles with natural beauty and vibrant lights! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell 🔔 for more epic Japan adventures on our channel! Have you visited Makido Caves or another hidden gem in Okayama? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! 👇
Links & Info:
Official Website: https://www.city.niimi.okayama.jp/kanko/spot/spot_detail/index/77.html
Google Maps: Search “Makido Cave, Niimi, Okayama”
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私たちと一緒に、岡山県新見市（新見市、岡山県、日本）にある魅惑的な満奇洞（まきどう）へのスリリングな冒険に出かけましょう！この450メートルの石灰岩洞窟は、岡山県指定天然記念物に指定されており、息をのむような美しさであなたを驚かせること間違いなし！😱 江戸時代に猟師によって発見された満奇洞は、1929年に詩人の与謝野鉄幹と晶子が「不思議に満ちた洞窟」と称賛して以来、探検者を魅了し続けています。そして、信じてください、彼らの言葉は本当です！
鮮やかなネオンLEDライトが、圧倒的な鍾乳石、石筍、そして日本屈指の千枚田と呼ばれるリムストーンを照らし出す、眩い光景に備えてください！洞窟の神秘的な雰囲気は、龍宮橋という鮮やかな赤いアーチが架かる地下湖によってさらに引き立てられます。この橋は、最高のセルフィースポット！📸 恋人の泉は、ハート型のフォトスポットで、恋人たちの聖地として知られています。💕 スリルを求める冒険家でも、夢見るロマンチストでも、この洞窟はすべての人に何か特別なものを提供します！
年間を通じて15℃の安定した温度を保つ満奇洞は、夏は涼しく、冬は快適な避難所です。比較的平坦な地形で、約30分の探検が楽しめますが、狭い場所では頭上に注意！👀 湿った通路はよく整備されていますが、頑丈な靴は必須です。2024年9月28日から11月24日まで開催される森のアートフェスティバル：岡山、陽光の地では、満奇洞がアートギャラリーに変身し、著名な写真家・映画監督の蜷川実花の作品が展示されます。まさに視覚の祭典！🎨
豆知識：満奇洞は1977年の映画「八つ墓村」のロケ地としても使用され、すでに魔法のような魅力に映画的な雰囲気を加えています。新見市豊永赤馬2276-2に位置し、中国自動車道北大房ICから車で20分、または新見ICから30分です。公共交通機関をご利用の場合、JR井倉駅からバスで38分、終点で下車してください。駐車場は150台の車と10台のバスに対応。入場料は大人1,000円、中学生800円、小学生500円、小学生未満は無料。開洞時間は午前8時30分から午後5時まで（最終入洞は午後4時30分）。
このネオン輝く地下の世界を一緒に探検しましょう。そこではすべてのコーナーが自然の美しさと鮮やかな光で輝いています！チャンネル登録、いいね、通知ベル🔔を押して、さらなる日本の冒険をお見逃しなく！満奇洞や岡山の隠れた名所を訪れたことがありますか？コメント欄であなたの感想を教えてください！👇
リンク＆情報：
公式ウェブサイト：https://www.city.niimi.okayama.jp/kanko/spot/spot_detail/index/77.html
Googleマップ：検索「満奇洞、新見市、岡山県」
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