Ikuchijima

What it is

• An island in the Geiyo Islands of the Seto Inland Sea within Onomichi City.
• A major center for citrus farming, shipbuilding, and tourism in Hiroshima Prefecture.
• Japan's leading producer of lemons with a landscape primarily composed of granite.
• Home to the Island-wide Art Museum project featuring various outdoor art installations.

What to see

• Kosanji Temple, a famous landmark often referred to as the Nikko of the West.
• A three-story pagoda at Kojoji Temple designated as a National Treasure.
• The Hirayama Ikuo Museum of Art showcasing works by the famous local painter.
• Mount Kannon, the highest peak on the island reaching 472.3 meters.
• The Shimanami Kaido expressway which connects the island to Honshu and Shikoku.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.