Ōjima

What it is

• A small island with a two kilometer circumference located east of Kume Island.
• A bridge built in 1983 connects this island to the larger Kume Island.
• Home to a small local population of approximately thirty people.
• A center for the local cultivation of mozuku seaweed.

What to see

• The Tatami-ishi rock formations, which are a designated national natural monument.
• The Kumejima Sea Turtle Museum located directly on the island.
• A deep sea water spa facility that opened for visitors in 2004.
• A year-round campsite available for travelers staying overnight.
• Views of Oha Island located further to the east.

When to go

• Early June to watch the traditional Ojima Haari boat races.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.