Hegurajima Island

"This small island, around five kilometers in circumference, is located some 48 kilometers north of the Noto Peninsula. The island is perfectly positioned as a way station for birds migrating between the Chinese mainland and the Japanese archipelago, and over 350 species of wild birds have been confirmed on the island. Rare species from the Chinese mainland can also be seen here, and it has become a mecca for birdwatchers. Because of the influence of the Tsushima Current around the island as well as the continental shelf, it is also boasts superb fishing grounds. The island is thus also known as ""Ama (Female Diver) Island"" due to the abundance of abalone, wakame seaweed, and similar seafoods which can be gathered here. There are many points of interest on the island, including the Shirasuna Shell Mound on the southwestern tip of the island, numerous shrines, and rock cairns."

Spot details

Address: Ishikawa Wajima-shi Amamachi Hegurajima Map
Area: Wajima Area
Phone: 0768231146
Hours: 【Liner ship(Nozomi)】
Departure from Wajima 9:00→Arrival at Hegura Island 10:25
Departure from Hegura Island 15:00→Arrival at Wajima 16:25
*Departure from Hegura Island is at 14:00 from 11/1 to the end of March.
Closed: [Liner (Kikai)] 8/22-8/24
Fees: [Hegura route (round trip)]
[Adult]4,600yen
[Children]2,300yen
Parking Lot: Not available
Access: Use the Hegura route liner from Wajima Port