Sanagi Island

What it is

• A small island in the Shiwaku chain known for its high population of cats.
• The island is divided into two main settlements called Honura and Nagasaki.
• Local life centers around small-scale fishing and vegetable farming for the few remaining residents.
• A former elementary school on the island now serves as a guest house for visitors.

What to see

• Numerous cats that inhabit the island and roam freely through the settlements.
• The Nagasaki burial mounds which are designated as tangible folk cultural properties.
• Mount Koto stands as the highest peak on the island at 248 meters.
• Renovated school building that has been converted into local accommodation.

Getting there

• Tadotsu Steamship operates regular ferry services connecting the mainland to the island.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.