ancient ruins
Tomogashima
An uninhabited island off Wakayama covered in overgrown red-brick Meiji-era artillery forts, tunnels and magazines. Reached by a short ferry from Kada; the batteries are linked by footpaths.
13 km · about 25 min drive
Hyōgo, Japan · Asia
Sumoto is worth a stop: 25 minutes from Minamiawaji, 13km from Tomogashima.
Sumoto is a town located in Hyōgo, Japan. With a population of 42,094, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Sumoto sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Sumoto to your route.
Sumoto (洲本市, Sumoto-shi) is a city located on Awaji Island, Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 June 2022, the city had an estimated population of 42,094 and a population density of 230 persons per km². The total area of the city is 182.38 square kilometres (70.42 sq mi).
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Sumoto is located in Hyōgo, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 34.3432 latitude, 134.8891 longitude.
Sumoto has a population of approximately 42,094 people, making it a town in Japan.
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ancient ruins
An uninhabited island off Wakayama covered in overgrown red-brick Meiji-era artillery forts, tunnels and magazines. Reached by a short ferry from Kada; the batteries are linked by footpaths.
13 km · about 25 min drive
landmark
World's longest suspension bridge spanning 3,911 metres across the Akashi Strait between Kobe and Awaji Island.
33 km · about 40 min drive
castle
Japan's most spectacular castle, known as the White Heron for its brilliant white exterior, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
58 km · about 65 min drive
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