Kobishima

What it is

• The smallest island in the Kasaoka Islands group within Okayama Prefecture.
• A protected area designated as part of the Setonaikai National Park.
• A compact landmass with a total surface area of only 0.3 square kilometers.
• A small community where the highest elevation reaches 81 meters.

What to see

• Natural landscapes and coastal views along the 2.8 kilometer island perimeter.
• Scenic vistas of the surrounding Seto Inland Sea from elevated points.

Getting there

• Take a Sanyo Kisen ferry from Kasaoka Port to reach the island.
• The ferry journey from the mainland port takes approximately 45 minutes.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.