Benten-iwa, a large rocky reef located on the Nou coast along National Route 8, was formed by the eruption of an underwater volcano in the Fossa Magna and is one of the geosites of the Itoigawa Geopark.

Benten-iwa has a lighthouse that continues to light, serving as an important guide for fishing boats entering and leaving Nou Fishing Port.

Furthermore, in the middle of the island is Itsukushima Shrine, known as the guardian deity of the sea. Crossing the Akebono Bridge with its red railings, you can enjoy panoramic views of the Sea of ​​Japan throughout the seasons and the scent of the ocean. *Excerpted from the Niigata Tourism Navi website

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Benten-iwa
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