Shimokagarijima
下蒲刈島
A historic island in the Seto Inland Sea known for its museums, Edo-period diplomatic history, and citrus farming.
What it is
- An island in the central Seto Inland Sea within Kure City.
- A former stop for Joseon missions during the Edo period.
- An agricultural area where farmers cultivate strawberries and mandarin oranges.
- A location featuring the highest peak of Mount Ohira.
What to see
- The Rantokaku Art Museum featuring various works.
- Shotoen and the Joseon Mission Museum.
- The Akinada Bridge connecting the island to mainland Honshu.
- The Kamagari Bridge which links to neighboring Kamagarijima.
- The two local ports named Mitoshiro and Sannose.
Getting there
- Buses run directly from Kure Station to the island.
- Access is available via the Akinada Bridge from the mainland.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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