South Iwo Jima
南硫黄島
An uninhabited volcanic island and UNESCO World Heritage site known for its steep pyramid profile and rare seabird breeding grounds.
What it is
- An uninhabited volcanic island located in the Ogasawara Islands south of Tokyo.
- A designated Wilderness Area and National Natural Monument with strictly restricted entry.
- The only known breeding ground for the rare Bryan's shearwater bird species.
- A UNESCO World Heritage site officially claimed by Japan in 1891.
What to see
- A distinct pyramid-shaped island profile reaching 916 meters above sea level.
- Steep coastal cliffs surrounding a total land area of 3.54 square kilometers.
- Pristine wilderness environments that have remained largely undisturbed by human activity.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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