Unoshima
うの島
The largest island in the Fuji Five Lakes, home to a historic shrine and ancient archaeological sites in Lake Kawaguchi.
What it is
- An uninhabited island located within Lake Kawaguchi in the Fuji Five Lakes region
- The site of Unoshima Shrine, which is dedicated to the deity Benzaiten
- A designated cultural property containing pottery from the Jomon and Yayoi periods
- A historical refuge for residents during a battle in 1516 and a former prison site
What to see
- The shrine buildings and grounds owned by Unoshima Shrine
- Archaeological remains including pottery from the Jomon and Yayoi periods
- Views of the surrounding lake from the largest island in the area
When to go
- The annual festival is held on April 25th
Getting there
- The island is approximately 500 meters from the nearest shore
- Visitors can land on the island by using a private boat
- There is no public transportation available to reach the island
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Unoshima Open in Google Maps
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