Okushiri Island

What it is

• The fifth largest island in Hokkaido located in the Sea of Japan
• A fishing community known for harvesting local squid and sea urchin
• A town of over two thousand residents with a history of earthquake recovery
• Home to a Japan Air Self-Defense Force radar site

What to see

• Kamuiwaki Onsen located on the western side of the island
• Mount Kamui which stands as the highest peak at 584 meters

When to go

• June for the annual Okushiri Moonlight Marathon

Getting there

• Flights connect Okushiri Airport to Hakodate and Okadama

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.