Okamura Island

What it is

• A small island in the central Seto Inland Sea part of Imabari City.
• A rural community primarily focused on citrus fruit agriculture and fishing.
• Home to a population of approximately 280 people as of late 2021.

What to see

• Mount Konomine which stands as the highest peak on the island.
• The Kannonzaki area which is part of the Setonaikai National Park.
• Okamura Bridge connecting the island to Nakanoshima in Hiroshima Prefecture.
• Local citrus groves producing lemons and various types of oranges.
• The Shijimi butterfly which inhabits the island's natural environment.
• The Yumi Kito ritual which is a designated intangible cultural property.

Getting there

• Access the island from Kure City via the Tobishima Kaido road connection.
• Ferry services are available through the terminal at Okamura Port.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.