Mikura-jima
御蔵島
An inhabited volcanic island south of Tokyo famous for wild bottlenose dolphins and protected seabird breeding grounds.
What it is
- An inhabited volcanic island located 190 kilometers south of central Tokyo.
- A designated breeding ground for Streaked Shearwaters and home to wild bottlenose dolphins.
- Part of the Izu Islands chain governed as Mikura-jima Village.
- A protected area where camping, sleeping outdoors, and bicycles are strictly prohibited.
What to see
- Wild Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins living in the waters surrounding the island.
- Mount Oyama, an active volcano reaching an elevation of 851 meters.
- Large populations of Streaked Shearwaters nesting across the island landscape.
When to go
- Visitors must book accommodation in advance before arriving on the island.
Getting there
- Tokai Kisen operates daily passenger ships from Tokyo to the island.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Mikura-jima Open in Google Maps
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