Maejima
前島
An inhabited island in Setonaikai National Park known for its historic quarry sites and one of Japan's top sunset views.
What it is
- An inhabited island in the Seto Inland Sea with a circumference of eight kilometers.
- Part of the Setonaikai National Park located within Ushimado Town.
- A former quarry site used for the reconstruction of Osaka Castle.
- Home to Yoshida Shrine which was established on the island in 1841.
What to see
- The Maejima Observatory listed as one of the top one hundred sunset spots in Japan.
- Agricultural fields where farmers cultivate cabbage, pumpkins, and watermelons.
- Sun Beach Maejima which is open for visitors during the warmer months.
- Waters surrounding the island where finless porpoises are known to live.
When to go
- Visit Sun Beach Maejima during its operating months of May, July, and August.
- Arrive in the late afternoon to catch the famous sunset from the observatory.
Getting there
- Take a five minute ferry ride from the mainland to reach the island.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Maejima Open in Google Maps
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