Hachijō-jima
八丈島
A subtropical volcanic island in the Izu chain offering national park scenery, whale watching, and unique local silk crafts.
What it is
- A volcanic island in the Izu archipelago designated as part of Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.
- A former place of exile during the Edo period located 287 kilometers south of Tokyo.
- A land formed by two volcanoes named Higashiyama and Nishiyama.
- A community where residents speak a unique dialect designated as endangered by UNESCO.
What to see
- Green and loggerhead sea turtles that inhabit the local waters.
- Kihachijo silk fabric and other local products like Ashitaba and Kusaya.
- Subtropical landscapes influenced by the warm Kuroshio Current.
- Two distinct volcanic peaks that define the island's geography.
When to go
- November to April to see humpback whales in the surrounding waters.
Getting there
- Three daily flights operated by ANA from Haneda Airport to the island.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Hachijō-jima Open in Google Maps
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