Geopark Center

A new information hub in Mine City and Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau

The Miné-Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau Geopark Center “Karstar” is a tourist information center that shares information about the geopark with visitors. There is a café and a free resting area, as well as large windows from which you can enjoy a panoramic view of the great nature of Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau. The name “Karstar” is a combination of “karst” and “star,” and represents our hope that the Geopark Center will serve as a landmark that guides visitors to the geopark, just like the first star of the evening that shines over the Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau.

Karstar offers a breathtaking, spectacular panoramic view of Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau!

The center not only serves as a tourist information center, but also provides an extensive space where you can relax while enjoying a wonderful view of Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau.

There is a café in the building, and visitors are also welcome to use the space as a free resting area.
Free Wi-Fi is available within the building.

The most popular items at our café are Shuho pear ice cream, Shuho pear castella cake, homemade sherbet, and Akiyoshidai frappe.
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Why not relax with a cup of coffee while enjoying the scenery of Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau?

Ask us anything about Miné-Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau Geopark!

As certified geoguides, we would love to show you the beauty of Miné-Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau Geopark!
Geoguides within Karstar: Available irregularly
Geoguides for geotours: Appointment required
※For more information, please speak to a geoguide at the counter.

Miné-Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau Geopark Center

Opening hours: 9:00-17:00

(Closed between December 29th and January 3rd)

Address: 11237-862 Akiyoshi, Shuho-cho, Mine-shi, Yamaguchi-ken
(Next to Akiyoshidai Karst Viewing Platform)
(TEL) +81(0)837-63-0040