Pakkun Rock

Pakkun Rock is a large natural boulder located within the forested area of Kamishikagawa in Kitakata Town, northern Nobeoka City, Miyazaki Prefecture. Surrounded by steep mountains and rich greenery, this area features clear mountain air and dense woodland. The rock has a distinctive shape resembling a wide-open mouth, as if ready to bite, giving it a unique silhouette that blends with the surrounding trees.

The rock is often visited as part of trekking or mountain climbing activities enjoyed in the region. The forest setting changes with the seasons, providing natural scenery of trees and atmosphere throughout the year. Visitors often take photographs by positioning themselves in the opening of the rock, capturing its unusual form as a backdrop. The approach to Pakkun Rock involves walking along challenging mountain paths, adding to the experience of reaching this natural formation deep in the woods.