This island, located about 1.5 hours from Nagoya, makes for an excellent day excursion. Enjoy a pleasant day of photography surrounded by open skies and blue ocean, and be kissed by ocean breezes.
-
01
Access to Himakajima
From Nagoya Station, transfer to the Meitetsu Kowa Line and ride for about 45 minutes until Kowa Station. Take the high-speed ferry at Kowa Port to arrive at Himakajima in about 20 minutes. One-way fare to the island costs 1,400 yen.
![Access to Himakajima]()
Access to Himakajima
-
02
A Relaxing, Peaceful Port Town
![A Relaxing, Peaceful Port Town]()
A Relaxing, Peaceful Port Town
Since octopus fishing is a main staple of the island, you’ll find many octopus art objects around town.
![A Relaxing, Peaceful Port Town]()
A Relaxing, Peaceful Port Town
![A Relaxing, Peaceful Port Town]()
A Relaxing, Peaceful Port Town
It takes about three hours to walk around the island.
![A Relaxing, Peaceful Port Town]()
A Relaxing, Peaceful Port Town
Set out from the East Port and you will soon come across many picture-perfect spots that will have you reaching for your camera, such as seaside benches and the octopus-shaped police station.
-
03
Try the Local Octopus for Lunch
![Try the Local Octopus for Lunch]()
Try the Local Octopus for Lunch
Try the fresh seafood pasta and ajillo (garlic) dishes of restaurant-café Kitchen Macha (located at the West Port).
![Try the Local Octopus for Lunch]()
Try the Local Octopus for Lunch
The most popular dish is the deep-fried garlic octopus rice balls.
![Try the Local Octopus for Lunch]()
Try the Local Octopus for Lunch
-
04
The Best Photography Spots on the Island
![The Best Photography Spots on the Island]()
The Best Photography Spots on the Island
Moving further along the coast, you will arrive at Heidi’s Swing.
![The Best Photography Spots on the Island]()
The Best Photography Spots on the Island
A picture taken from behind gives a beautiful panorama shot of the sky and sea.
![The Best Photography Spots on the Island]()
The Best Photography Spots on the Island
There are also other excellent spots for photography, such as at the top of a set of white stairs that glow with the colors of the sea and sky.
![The Best Photography Spots on the Island]()
The Best Photography Spots on the Island
-
05
Visit Some of the Many Other Picture-Perfect Locations, Too
![Visit Some of the Many Other Picture-Perfect Locations, Too]()
Visit Some of the Many Other Picture-Perfect Locations, Too
The back streets with old houses have a retro feel, and the post office with its ceramic roof tiles is also a popular photo spot.
![Visit Some of the Many Other Picture-Perfect Locations, Too]()
Visit Some of the Many Other Picture-Perfect Locations, Too
![Visit Some of the Many Other Picture-Perfect Locations, Too]()
Visit Some of the Many Other Picture-Perfect Locations, Too
The octopus-themed manholes around the island are also a must-see.
![Visit Some of the Many Other Picture-Perfect Locations, Too]()
Visit Some of the Many Other Picture-Perfect Locations, Too
Get away from the big city of Nagoya for a day trip to Himakajima and its wide-open skies.
Go here
