Engetsu Island

What it is

• A small island officially named Takashima measuring 130 meters north to south.
• A designated national scenic beauty spot known for its central sea cave.
• The name Engetsu Island originated from a poem written around 1887.
• The central arch underwent reinforcement construction in 2014 to prevent rock collapse.

What to see

• A natural sea cave measuring nine meters wide in the island center.
• Marine life including octopuses, squids, and sea urchins inhabiting the area.
• Views of the sunset visible through the cave during specific times of year.

When to go

• Visit during the spring and autumn equinoxes to see the sunset through the cave.
• Spring tide low tides allow visitors to walk out to the island.
• Unauthorized access is prohibited due to the risk of falling rocks.

Getting there

• Take a Meiko bus from Shirahama Station to the Rinkai bus stop.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.