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Shinkiro (Shinkiro Observation Point)

Toyama · · Nature & Scenery

Japanese name: 蜃気楼(蜃気楼展望地点)

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WHAT TO DOShinkiro (Shinkiro Observation Point)

Appears between about March and June. Viewing points are scattered around the city.

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Appears between about March and June. Viewing points are scattered around the city.

About this place

A famous mirage spot in Uozu, Toyama Prefecture. Known since before the Edo period, the shore around Uozu Port is designated the Place of Scenic Beauty Mirage Viewing Point. Many people visit from late March to early June, when mirages are easiest to see. At the Uozu Buried Forest Museum, mirages are introduced with images on a 300-inch screen, photographs and documents.

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- Barrier-free: guide dogs and service dogs - Tourist volunteers: Uozu Tourist Volunteer Jantokoi (Uozu City Commerce and Tourism Division 0765-23-1025)

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