Miyama Limestone Cave is a large vertical limestone cave located in Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture. Formed over approximately 250 million years, the cave reaches a depth of 80 meters and extends across an area measuring about 160 meters from east to west and 130 meters from north to south.
Its halls and tunnels spread across six vertically stacked levels, creating a remarkable three-dimensional labyrinth. Designated a Natural Monument of Gujo City, Miyama Limestone Cave is an unusual geological formation rarely found elsewhere in the world.
The cave has a total length of approximately 2,000 meters, of which around 800 meters are open to the public. Its impressive scale and largely untouched natural formations make it a fascinating destination for visitors interested in geology and the wonders of the underground world.
Located at the cave entrance, this enormous natural gateway stands approximately 10 meters high, creating a dramatic introduction to the underground landscape.
Countless stalactites hang from the ceiling, resembling the folds of a grand theater curtain. The unusual formations create an impressive natural display.
This spectacular section is densely packed with stalactites of various sizes and shapes, offering visitors a close look at the intricate formations created over countless years.
According to local legend, couples who walk through this tunnel hand in hand can pledge their love for eternity. It is a romantic stop within the mysterious cave.
Numerous droplets of water reflect the light, creating a shimmering effect reminiscent of pearls. This sparkling spectacle gives the waterfall its name.
This impressive waterfall has a drop of approximately 20 meters, making it one of the cave’s most striking natural features.
Golden-hued stalactites create the illusion of a luminous waterfall cascading through the cave, giving this section an almost dreamlike atmosphere.
A deep gorge spreads across the bottom of the cave, revealing the dramatic vertical landscape hidden beneath the surface.
美山鍾乳洞は、長い年月をかけて形成された鍾乳石や、上下に広がる複雑な洞内構造を楽しめる貴重な観光スポットです。巨大な門や滝のような鍾乳石、深い峡谷など、場所ごとに異なる景観が広がっています。
自然の造形美をじっくり観察しながら、立体迷路のような鍾乳洞を巡る体験は、地上では味わえない特別なものです。岐阜県郡上市を訪れた際には、悠久の時がつくり上げた神秘的な地下世界を探検してみてはいかがでしょうか。