Iki Island
壱岐島
A historic island in Nagasaki featuring ancient archaeological sites, basaltic plateaus, and a protected tradition of barley shochu production.
What it is
- A large island in Nagasaki Prefecture located between Kyushu and Tsushima.
- Part of the Iki-Tsushima Quasi-National Park consisting mostly of basaltic lava plateaus.
- The birthplace of the meteorological term Haru-ichiban according to local history.
- A designated protected origin for the production of traditional barley shochu.
What to see
- The Haru-no-tsuji site which is designated as a National Special Historic Site.
- Takenotsuji peak reaching 212.8 meters above sea level as the highest point.
- Traditional female divers in the Yahata district wearing leotards for fishing.
- Ancient landscapes referred to in the Kojiki as Amenohitotsubashira.
Getting there
- Flights are available between Iki Airport and Nagasaki Airport.
- Ferries connect the island to Hakata Port and Karatsu East Port.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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