14-1 Kasadojima, Kudamatsu, Yamaguchi Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Gaishi Park, located on Kasado Island in Kudamatsu, Yamaguchi, features a stone statue of Gaishi Nagaoka, a military man and politician from Kudamatsu who pioneered aviation and skiing in Japan. Known for his distinctive 70cm-long "propeller mustache," Nagaoka's statue offers a unique photo opportunity. Adjacent to Kokumin Shukusha Oshiro, the park boasts excellent views. It's easily accessible by bus from JR Kudamatsu Station or by car from the Sanyo Expressway. Consider visiting while enjoying a hot spring at the nearby Kokumin Shukusha Oshiro for a relaxing experience.