Tanohara Observatory

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Located on the border of Tsuwano and Yoshika Towns, this observatory offers a dynamic mountain panorama. From here, you can overlook the beautifully curved terraced rice fields and the Sekishu mountain range that changes expressions each season. Especially during mornings with fog or the autumn foliage season, an unimaginably mystical and superb view spreads out. Enveloped in silence, it’s a refreshingly perfect spot to breathe in clear air and realize the vastness of nature. A hidden gem where you can stop during a drive and capture the "quiet beauty" of Japanese mountain villages in a perfect composition.

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【空撮】田之原展望台＠島根県観光連盟

Shimane Prefectural Tourism Federation

田之原展望台＠島根県観光連盟

Shimane Prefectural Tourism Federation

Tanohara Observatory

Address: Ueno, Misato-cho, Ochi-gun, Shimane
Website: https://www.misato-kankou.com/
Operator: Misato Town Tourism Association

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