Carrying jade down from the mountains, the Omigawa River and the Himekawa River flank either side of this coast. Geology enthusiasts will find the pebble beach here perfect for finding not only jade, but a great variety of interesting rock specimens.

The Jomon (14,000 – 400 BCE) people who lived in the huts found at the Teraji Archaeological Site (A National Historical Landmark) gathered jade along this coast and, working it into various forms, became, along with the people of the Chojagahara Archaeological Site, began the first jade culture in the world. From these ruins have been excavated things such as raw jade and unfinished jade beads, verifying the existence of jade workshops in the area. Now the area has been turned into a historic park, with a restored Jomon-era house landscaped with Jomon period trees and shrubs. Materials excavated from the ruins are on display in the Omi Natural History Museum. Here at the Omi Coast Geosite you can experience both Jomon period history and jade hunting.

At Suzawa Seaside Park, you and your family can enjoy a variety of recreational facilities including a 40 meter slide, a large lawn, street basketball court, skateboard park, and an 18-hole putter golf course. Afterward you can enjoy the sunset as it bathes the sea in its crimson glow.