Takezaki Island
竹崎島
A volcanic island in Saga Prefecture famous for its castle-shaped observatory, ancient temple ruins, and local blue crab delicacies.
What it is
- A volcanic island with a four kilometer circumference connected to the mainland by a bridge.
- Site of Takezaki Kanzeon-ji Temple founded by the monk Gyoki in the year 709.
- A strategic maritime location during the Nanboku-cho period now known for hot springs.
- Home to the Onimatsuri festival which is a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property.
What to see
- An observatory shaped like a castle tower standing near the old ruins.
- A stone triple-story pagoda dating back to the Kamakura period.
- Takezaki Port which is uniquely located inside a volcanic crater.
- Local restaurants serving the famous brand of crab known as Takezaki-gani.
Getting there
- Buses run regularly between Kashima Bus Center and Takezaki Port.
- The island is accessible by car via Route 295 across the connecting bridge.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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