Kuroshima
九龍島
An uninhabited island and National Scenic Beauty that served as a historic naval base for the Kumano Navy.
What it is
- An uninhabited island located off the coast of Kushimoto Town in Wakayama Prefecture.
- A former base for the Kumano Navy during the Genpei War.
- Designated as a National Scenic Beauty in 2015.
- Part of the Minakata Mandala Scenery and a television filming location.
What to see
- Subtropical plants growing across the entire island landscape.
- Views of the island from National Route 42.
- The island terrain situated one kilometer from the Kozagawa River mouth.
When to go
- Summer months when the island receives the most visitors.
- The Obon season is a popular time for tourism.
Getting there
- Access the island by canoe or kayak from the mainland.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Kuroshima Open in Google Maps
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