Hagi Rokutou (The six islands of Hagi), floating in the Sea of Japan, has a unique flat shape that leaves a striking impression. Especially at dusk, the entire Sea of Japan is dyed a burning red color, allowing visitors to enjoy a magnificent panorama created by nature.
This evening view is so fantastical that it makes you forget your daily life. The sight of the quietly setting sun illuminating the water’s surface in red leaves a deep impression on the heart. As twilight descends, the entire Sea of Japan transforms into a blazing red, offering visitors a grand natural panorama.
This ethereal sunset scene, with the sun quietly sinking and painting the water’s surface crimson, etches itself deep into one’s memory.
After nightfall, fishing lights (isaribi) twinkle across the sea, adding a magical touch to the nocturnal landscape. This harmonious blend of nature and human activity at Hagi Rokutou creates a serene yet powerful vista that’s truly a must-see spectacle.
Getting there: About 20 minutes from Hagi City via National Route 191. Parking available.
Photographed: Late July 2021, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Temperature: 28°C (82°F)
Text/Kenji Sakamoto
Photo/Kenji Sakamoto
Translation/Yumiko Sushitani
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