Okinoshima
沖の島
An inhabited granite island in Ashizuri-Uwakai National Park featuring historic stone-walled settlements and diverse marine activities like scuba diving.
What it is
- An inhabited granite island covering ten square kilometers in southwestern Kochi Prefecture.
- A protected area within the Ashizuri-Uwakai National Park.
- A historic location divided between the ancient provinces of Tosa and Iyo.
- A community recognized for its traditional settlements listed as one of the 100 Island Treasures.
What to see
- Traditional stone walls and stone steps throughout the island settlements.
- Mount Imose, the highest point on the island at 404 meters.
- Natural granite formations that make up the entire island structure.
- Active fishing ports and scuba diving spots in the surrounding waters.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Okinoshima Open in Google Maps
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