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Island Spots in Japan

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  • Rokko Island
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    Kobe-shi, Hyogo Prefecture, Dongguan District
    An artificial island located east of Port island. The Rokko Island Line runs through the center of the island and is used by 35,000 riders a day. The island is rich in greenery and has a hydrophilic park and green belts. At the same time, the island has isolated walking paths and vehicle roads which make getting around a breeze, and a full array of educational facilities, making it a place where everyone from children to senior citizens can enjoy a comfortable life. In addition, there are many tourist-oriented facilities such as a shopping mall, art museums, hotels, and a hot spring inn. The River Mall promenade is lit up every night and special colors are used on days like Ribbon Day. Events are also held on the island every month.
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  • Takeshima Island
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    Aichi Pref. Gamagorishi Takeshimachou
    An uninhabited island floating in Miura Bay; the entire island was designated a Natural Monument in 1930. Just 1.9 hectares in size, the island is small; 238 varieties of warm climate plants spread across 65 families grow on the island. Takeshima Bridge, 387 meters in length, connects the island to the mainland; couples crossing it are said to be tied together. There are five Shinto shrines on the island, including Yaotomi-jinja Shrine, considered one of seven great Benzaiten shrines in Japan. The shrine is believed to improve fortunes, provide luck in love and marriage, and grant easy childbirth.
    Takeshima Island image
  • Omishima Island
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    Ehime prefecture Imabari city Oimachima cho
    Located in the northernmost part of Ehime prefecture, it is the largest island of the Geiyo Islands. Ooyamazumi-jinja Shrine, the symbol of the island, has been collecting faith as the god of fighting since ancient times, and many weapons designated as National Treasures and Important Cultural Property have been given as offerings. It is also called “The Island of Gods” or “Island of National Treasures”, and it is full of highlights besides Ooyamazumi-jinja Shrine, such as the Omishima Art Museum and Toyo Ito Museum of Architecture.
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  • Ikuchi-jima Island
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    Setoda Town, Onomichi, Hiroshima Prefecture
    Ikuchi-jima Island, one of the Geiyo Islands, is an island that boasts the largest production of lemons in Japan, and where cultivation of citrus fruits is prosperous. There are many places of interest such as The Hill of Hope, a garden made of chalk marble, Hirayama Ikuo Museum of Art and Bell Kant Hall, where musicians renowned in Japan and overseas are invited to have concerts. Sightseeing by cycling is also recommended as there are many flat roads.
    Ikuchi-jima Island image
  • Naoshima Island
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    Kagawa Pref. Kagawagunnaoshimachou
    Naoshima has three settlements: Miyanoura, where ferries arrive and depart, Honmura, which was a castle town during the Warring States period, and the fishing port of Tsumuura. An important base for maritime transport starting in the Edo period, today it offers atmospheric historic neighborhoods mingling with modern creative influences. Traditional entertainment also flourished as the territory was under the direct control of the Shogunate during the Edo period. The island's renowned all-women bunraku puppet theater is still performed today.
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  • Tsunoshima Island
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    Yamaguchi Pref. Shimonosekishi Houhokuchoutsunoshima
    This is a small island with a circumference of 17.1 kilometers and is located in the Sea of Japan and is part of Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. The 1780 meter long Tsunoshima Ohashi Bridge is suspended between Tsunoshima Island and the mainland. Tsunoshima Lighthouse is located at Yumega Cape which is situated in the north-west of the island, and it stands at a height of 29.6 meters. It is possible to climb up to the landing of the spiral staircase. In addition, Yumesakinami Park which is adjacent to Tsunoshima Lighthouse park is a great scenic spot where you can see the evening sun setting in the Sea of Japan.
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  • Innoshima Island
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    Hiroshima Prefecture Onomichi City
    This is the birthplace of Murakami Navy that boasted power in the Seto Inland Sea from the Nanboku-cho period to the civil wars period. Many historical sites remain such as Innoshima Suigun Castle and Konrenji Temple, housing the Navy tomb. On the other hand, it is also known as the island of Go because it is the home of Honinbo Shusaku, a Go player who represents Japan. Materials relating to Honinbo Shusaku and Go are exhibited at the Honinbo Shusaku Go Memorial Hall.
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  • Port Island
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    Hyogo Pref. Koubeshi Chuou-ku Minatojima / Konoshima Nakamachi/Konoshimanamachi
    This man-made island was built in 1981 and features large residences, commercial facilities, hotels, a convention center, a sports center, educational facilities, and many other urban amenities. You’ll also find the large interior goods store “IKEA Kobe,” a planetarium, the Kobe Science Museum, the Kobe Animal Kingdom, where visitors can interact with flowers, birds, and other wildlife, and a host of other facilities. It’s popular as a shopping and leisure spot on days off. Kobe Airport is on the west side of the island, and it functions as one of the entrances to Kansai. The unmanned “Port Liner” operates from Sannomiya.
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  • Mikimoto Pearl Island
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    Mie Pref. Tobashi Toba 1-7-1
    In 1893 Mikimoto Kokichi opened the first pearl raising facility here on Mikimoto Pearl Island and after the island was opened to the public in 1951 it has drawn numerous sightseers. On the island, which is approximately 23,000 square meters in size, you'll find the Mikimoto Pearl Museum with everything about pearls as well as the Mikimoto Kokichi Memorial Hall which will introduce you to the life of Mikimoto Kokichi, the Pearl King. With these and demonstrations of traditional white clad Ama pearl diver techniques you can immerse yourself in the wonder of pearls, making this almost a Pearl Theme Park.
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  • Rishiri Island
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    Rishiri Rishiri-gun, Hokkaido
    "Rishiri Island is a roughly circular island situated off the northwest coast of Hokkaido; the ferry journey from the port of Wakkanai to Oshidomari Port, the gateway to Rishiri, takes around one hour and 40 minutes. Rishiri has an abundance of magnificent scenery, including Mt. Rishiri, which stands tall in the middle of the Island. Also known as ""Rishiri Fuji"" because of its resemblance to Mt. Fuji, Mt. Rishiri is a treasure-house of alpine plants; visitors can enjoy the fields of flowers near the summit, and the spectacular 360-degree panoramic views from the summit itself. When the weather is clear, Mt. Rishiri can be seen reflected upside-down in the golden-blue water of Himenuma Pond, which is located in the foothills of the mountain, surrounded by primary forest. At Senboshimisaki Park on the coast, with its unusually shaped rock formations, visitors can also see wild seals."
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  • Senaga Island
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    Okinawa Pref. Tomigusukushi Senaga
    Senaga Island, south of Naha Airport, is a small island with a perimeter of about 1.5 kilometer and located after crossing Kaichu-doro Drive (marine drive). “Senagajima Umikaji Terrace” where you can enjoy gourmet food and shopping events on weekends is recommended for both couples and families. The sunset over the East China Sea is beautiful, and you can enjoy the atmosphere of a resort just by going a little further from Naha City. About 10 minutes by car from Naha Airport.
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  • Sensui-jima Island
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    Hiroshima Pref. Fukuyamashi Tomochou Ushiroji
    Sensui-jima Island is nearly a symbol of Tomonoura. It is an island with “enough beauty to intoxicate a hermit”, as suggested by its name, and it has indeed entranced many. You must see the Goshikiiwa (five-colored rock), the only one in Japan. The whole island is popular as a power spot, said to be the island where the seven deities of good fortune dwell.
    Sensui-jima Island image
  • Ojima Island
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    Okinawa Prefecture Nanjo ball
    Ojima Island is a remote island connected to the main island by a 150-meter bridge offshore of Nanjo City, Okinawa Prefecture. This island which is possible to be reached by car or by foot has “Okinawan style Tempura” as its specialty. While stuffing one’s cheeks with Okinawa’s characteristic thick deep fry battered tempura, you can enjoy the atmosphere of this leisurely island.
    Ojima Island image
  • Chikubushima Island
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    Shiga Pref. Nagahamashi Hayazakichou Takeyoshima
    An island two kilometers in circumference located in the northern part of Lake Biwa. The island is the location of the Hogon-ji Temple, counted as one of Japan’s “Three Great Benten Shrines” alongside Itsukushima and Enoshima, in addition to being the 30th temple on the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage. Chikubushima Shrine, a Shinto shrine dedicated to Ichikishima-hime-no-mikoto, also stands on the island. The Hogon-ji’s large karamon gate, said to be the last extant piece of the original Osaka Castle; and Chikubushima Shrine’s main shrine building, transported here from Fushimi-Momoyama Castle, are both designated National Treasures.
    Chikubushima Island image
  • Kashiwa Island
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    Kouchi Pref. Hatagunotsukichou Kashiwajima
    This small island located at the southwestern tip of Otsuki Town, Hata County has a circumference of approximately four kilometers and a population of about 400 people. The currents of the Bungo Channel meet the Kuroshio Current in the waters off the island, which are home to a great variety of fish. As many as one third of all the species in Japan live there, making it one of the world's most famous diving spots. In addition, the island is visited by many tourists who come from great distances to see its incredibly clear waters, which have been described as looking as if boats were floating in midair.
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  • Hatsushima Island
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    Shizuoka Pref. Atamishi Hatsushima
    "Island resort ""Hatsushima"", two hours from Tokyo and 30 minutes from Atami by high-speed boat, is a place you can enjoy in a variety of ways only possible on a lonely island, such as marine sports, glamping, adventure island Votan, and so on. Considered a natural fishing reef, Hatsushima is a treasure-trove of seafood, so you can thoroughly enjoy the best food, whether at the restaurant district with its fresh bounty of the sea, island cafes with Asian cuisine and sake, or even seafood barbeque."
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  • Ikinoshima Island
    Travel / Tourism
    Iki city, Nagasaki prefecture
    "This island in the Genkai Sea is the 20th largest in Japan besides those of Okinawa. Located at a prime spot for maritime traffic, it was described in the ancient documents of the Gishiwajinden and the Nihon Shoki. This long history gained it certification as one of the Japan Heritage sites in 2015. Besides natural sites like ""Onino Ashiato (Devil's Footprint)"" with its connection to the legend of Onigashima and Tatsunoshima Island, which can only be visited between March and November, it has a diversity of other popular tourist spots including burial mounds, ruins, and Iki Nanasha (Seven shrines). There are also a number of annual events like the Ikinoshima Island New Year Marathon and Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine's Iki Daidai Kagura. This ancient ritual music and dance has been designated an Important Intangible Cultural Property. "
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  • Tokashiki Island
    Travel / Tourism
    Okinawa Prefecture Tokashiki-son, Shimajiri-gun
    Tokashiki Island is located 30 kilometers west of Naha City. The island has some of the clearest seas in the world, and it is known as “Kerama Blue”. There are beautiful beaches such as Aharen Beach and Tokashiku Beach. Marine sports such as snorkeling and diving are popular. During the winter season, you can also see the appearance of humpback whales.
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  • Osaki-Shimojima Island
    Travel / Tourism
    Toyotomachi, Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture
    This is an island located in the center of the Seto Inland Sea. The Mitarai district flourished as an accommodation port from the Edo period to the early Showa period, and the elegant townscape of the Edo period still remains. Also, the cultivation of oranges is prosperous. Ocho Orange, a special product of Osaki Shimojima Island, is very sweet and popular nationwide.
    Osaki-Shimojima Island image
  • Mukaishima Island
    Travel / Tourism
    Hiroshima Pref. Onomichishi Mukaishimachou
    Mukaishima Island is easy to get to on the Shimanami Kaido Expressway, and is located just across the Onomichi Channel from Onomichi. Flower cultivation prospers on the island including at the Mukaishima Island Orchid Center and visitors can enjoy beautiful flowers every season. Also, visitors can enjoy fig picking at one of the leading Mancho Farms in Japan.
    Mukaishima Island image
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