Muguchi Island
六口島
A quiet island near Kurashiki famous for its unique natural rock formations and granite used in historic Japanese landmarks.
What it is
- A small island in Kurashiki City with a circumference of approximately 5.9 kilometers.
- The island name originates from its six distinct valleys.
- A historic site where stone tools and Jomon pottery have been excavated.
- A source of granite used to repair Osaka Castle and build the National Diet Building.
What to see
- The Elephant Rock which is designated as a national natural monument.
- Granite landscapes that contributed to major Japanese architectural projects.
Getting there
- Located two kilometers southwest of Shimotsui Port.
- Visitors must use chartered boats as there is no scheduled ferry service.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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