Things to see and do Toyooka

These "five basalt caves" were formed by volcanic activity more than 1.6 million years ago. The flow of magma gave rise to astonishing and highly artistic geometric shapes. A spectacle that was designated as a "national natural monument" in 1931. In 1925, during the earthquake, many stones were detached. They were used to rebuild the low walls on the river bank in the centre of Kinosaki and some house walls. The park changes its face according to the seasons.