Yashima
屋島
A historic 292-meter lava plateau and former island offering a pilgrimage temple, aquarium, and views of a famous Genpei battlefield.
What it is
- A 292-meter-high lava plateau and mesa designated as a National Strategic Site and Natural Monument.
- The 84th temple of the Shikoku Pilgrimage, known as Yashima Temple.
- A major Genpei War battlefield that was an island until the Edo period.
- Japan's first national park, designated in 1934 on the site of a former castle.
What to see
- The New Yashima Aquarium located directly on the mountain summit.
- The Yashimaru base facility which opened on the summit in 2022.
- Ancient castle ruins built following the Battle of Hakusukinoe.
- Panoramic views of the surrounding area from the Yashima Skyway ridge.
Getting there
- Shuttle buses run to the summit from JR Yashima and Kotoden Yashima stations.
- Vehicle access is available via the Yashima Skyway to the southern ridge.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Yashima Open in Google Maps
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