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Kujukushima

Akita · Nikaho · Shrines & Temples

Japanese name: にかほ 象潟の九十九島

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WHAT TO DOKujukushima

Once islands afloat in the sea. An earthquake lifted the land, and they now stand among the rice fields.

WHEREAkita

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Once islands afloat in the sea. An earthquake lifted the land, and they now stand among the rice fields.

Key facts

Designation：Natural Monument Blessings：Rebirth

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