当麻鐘乳洞Toma Limestone Cave
当麻鍾乳洞 is a 135m-long limestone cave open to visitors, located about a 15-minute drive from 当麻 Station and a 25-minute drive from 旭山 Zoo. Formed by the dissolving action of groundwater since the Jurassic period 1億5千万 years ago, this limestone cave is designated a Hokkaido natural monument. The cave has a legend called 「蟠龍(ばんりゅう)伝説」 about 2 dragons that defeated an evil spirit and hide inside, and it is shaped like 2 dragons lying down. A distinctive feature of its proper name is the use of “鐘” rather than “鍾”. The temperature inside stays around 9 degrees even in winter, and humidity remains constant at 80~90%, making it ideal for aging alcoholic drinks and the like. The unique sake 「龍乃泉」, stored and aged inside 当麻鍾乳洞 for 40 days, by 高砂 in 旭川…
- 4 Ku Kaimei, Toma, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido 078-1341, Japan
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- Thursday: 9 am–5 pm
- Friday: 9 am–5 pm
- Saturday: 9 am–5 pm
- Sunday: 9 am–5 pm
- Monday: 9 am–5 pm
- Tuesday: 9 am–5 pm
- +81 166-84-3719
- town.tohma.hokkaido.jp
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Tōma Limestone Cave is a fascinating natural attraction located in Tōma, Hokkaido. This limestone cave showcases impressive stalactites, stalagmites, and unique rock formations that have formed over thousands of years. Walking through the cave feels like stepping into another world, with its cool, damp air and the echo of dripping water adding to the mysterious atmosphere. The cave is well-maintained for visitors, with safe walkways and lighting that highlights the intricate shapes of the rocks. The experience is both educational and visually stunning, offering a glimpse into the geological history of the region. Seasonal changes outside the cave also make the surrounding area worth exploring, whether it’s snowy winter landscapes or lush greenery in summer.
View on GoogleQuite a cool place by its wonder nature, worth for a visit but not the shop. The lady was rude in her closing time
View on GoogleDefinitely worth a visit just because how often do you bother to go off the beaten path to see a cave in a place like a Hokkaido? It's a fairly small cave, and definitely not one of those cavernous ones. You can walk through in less than half an hour, but if you want to explore the few dead-ends and look at the sculptures and carvings that are scattered around, it will take at least an hour. Very damp on the inside too, naturally. Probably would be great for kids who have no mobility issues - there are quite a few very low ceilings and slightly cramped walkways. But if you're very, very tall, or have a very, very bad back or knees, be extra careful that you don't hurt yourself!
View on GoogleProbably nice but it was closed when I came with no notice here on google maps, so yeah. However I had a stroll through the forest next to it and there it was very nice, snowy area, and I met some deers.
View on GoogleLovely little cave
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