Nishiizu is widely known for its breathtaking sunsets, where the sun slowly sinks into the sea and paints the sky in deep shades of gold, crimson, and violet. Framed by rugged cliffs and an open western horizon, this coastline offers some of the most spectacular evening views in Japan. Many visitors and photographers alike consider Nishiizu to be one of the best places in the country to experience sunset at its finest.

With many sunset spots, Otago Beach is one of the most well-known locations in Nishiizu. From Otago Beach, you can catch the breathtaking sight of the sun dyeing the interestingly-shaped rocks along the coast red and orange.

Across the coast you’ll find standout sunset scenes. At Otago Beach, the low sun lights up the uniquely shaped rocks in deep red and orange. Along the Dogashima coast, on clear evenings the sun sinks between sea stacks and islands, and on moody days the clouds soften the light into subtle pastels. Even fishing harbors come alive at dusk, with silhouetted boats and nostalgic quiet moments.