Amōjima

What it is

• An uninhabited island located in the Sea of Japan off the Tottori Sand Dunes.
• A natural formation belonging to Fukube Town in Tottori City.
• A popular destination for visitors interested in rocky shore fishing.
• Part of a small group of islands including Fushino Oshima and Kojima.

What to see

• A distinct island profile that resembles the shape of a whale.
• Rugged rocky shores suitable for fishing and coastal viewing.

Getting there

• Accessible by taking a boat from Tottori Port.
• The boat journey from the port takes approximately fifteen minutes.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.