Awa Dochu Earth Pillars

In Japanese: 阿波の土柱

Dozens of earthen pillars and curtain-like folds carved by rain from gravel layers about a million years old. Paths lead to viewpoints and the top of Hatogadake.

Natural Monument (Hatogadake)

Nearby

Wakimachi Udatsu Townscape ≈ 20 min by car
Okuboji Temple ≈ 30 min by car
Sadamitsu Two-tier Udatsu Townscape ≈ 40 min by car
Shosanji Temple (Temple 12) & Henro-korogashi Trail ≈ 40 min by car
Amagoi Falls ≈ 50 min by car

Travel times are rough estimates by car.

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Getting there: About 15 min by car from JR Awa-Yamakawa Sta.
Easier with a tour or car
Good to know: Volunteer guides available (contact Awa City Tourism Association)
Time needed: 1 h

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Checked against the official Japanese website on 2026-10-12. Report outdated info