Eastern Liancourt Rocks
女島
A disputed volcanic island featuring steep cliffs, a lighthouse, and military facilities under South Korean administrative control.
What it is
- A volcanic island also known as Mejima or Higashijima formed millions of years ago.
- Part of the disputed Liancourt Rocks located in Okinoshima Town, Shimane Prefecture.
- A small landmass of 0.07 square kilometers reaching 98 meters above sea level.
- Site of a long-term territorial dispute with armed police stationed there since 1954.
What to see
- Steep volcanic cliffs and two large natural caves along the coastline.
- A functional lighthouse and a heliport used for island operations.
- A radar station and various weather observation equipment.
- A docking pier located 151 meters away from the neighboring West Island.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Eastern Liancourt Rocks Open in Google Maps
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