Mieshima
見江島
An uninhabited island in Ise-Shima National Park known for its unique geology, lighthouse, and protected house martin habitats.
What it is
- An uninhabited island located in the Pacific Ocean near the Ugura Peninsula.
- Part of the Ise-Shima National Park in Minamiise Town, Mie Prefecture.
- A designated Mie Prefectural Natural Monument since 1963 for its bird habitats.
- A geological site featuring distinct layers of shale and sandstone.
What to see
- The Mieshima Lighthouse standing on the island.
- House martins that inhabit and sometimes overwinter in the island caves.
- Warm-region plants growing across the mountainous areas.
- Views of the surrounding rias coastline and numerous reefs.
- Four observation decks located in the nearby Ugura Park.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Mieshima Open in Google Maps
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