Ikitsuki Island
生月島
A scenic island in Nagasaki known for its dramatic western coastline, historic whaling culture, and coastal driving routes.
What it is
- An island measuring ten kilometers north to south located northwest of Hirado Island.
- A former center for coastal whaling during the Edo period.
- A community where most residents live on the eastern side of the island.
- Part of the Saikai National Park along its western coast.
What to see
- The Ikitsuki Bridge which connects the island to Hirado Island.
- The Sunset Way, a ten kilometer road running along the western coast.
- Two Catholic churches located within the island boundaries.
Getting there
- Public buses connect the island directly to Hirado Pier.
- Access is available via the bridge connecting to Hirado Island.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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