Is Toyokoro Jewel Ice happening right now?

As of today, out of season, returns ~January. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.

Crystal-clear ice gems wash onto a black-sand beach at sunrise - only in deep winter.

Where to see it

A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.

Viewing spots
Otsu Coast (Jewel Ice beach access)
Otsu Coast (Jewel Ice), Toyokoro
+ 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app →

This is the short version

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