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Akiyoshi Cave
Akiyoshi Cave (秋芳洞, Akiyoshidō) is one of Japan's largest limestone caves, located in Mine City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. The cave extends over 10 kilometers, with approximately 1 kilometer open to the public. Inside, the temperature remains a constant 17°C (63°F) year-round, providing a comfortable environment for visitors. (karusuto.com)
Notable features within the cave include the "Hyakumaizara" (Hundred Plates), a series of terraced limestone pools resembling stacked plates, and the "Golden Pillar," a towering 15-meter-high limestone column. (karusuto.com)
Visitors can access the cave through three entrances: the Main Entrance, the Kurotani Entrance, and the Elevator Entrance, which connects directly to the Akiyoshidai Plateau above. The cave is open year-round, with operating hours varying seasonally: from March to November, it's open from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM (closing at 6:30 PM), and from December to February, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (closing at 5:30 PM). (karusuto.com)
Admission fees are 1,300 yen for adults, 1,050 yen for middle school students, and 700 yen for elementary school students. (karusuto.com)
For more information, you can visit the official website: (karusuto.com)