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How to Catch a Bus in the Oki Islands
With the help of the fixed-route buses, you can get to your destination on the Oki Islands!
- Okinoshima Town
- Nishinoshima Town
- Ama Town
- Chibu Village
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
- Winter
Find inspiration for your journey to the Oki Islands, and immerse in their rich culture, breathtaking landscapes and exciting outdoor adventures.
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Lafcadio Hearn (Koizumi Yakumo) and His Connection to the Oki Islands
Who is Lafcadio Hearn? What does his work have to do with the Oki Islands, and why are his works regarded as having historical value?
Patrick Lafcadio Hearn, who also goes by his Japanese name, Yakumo Koizumi. Hearn is an Irish-Greek-Japanese writer, translator, and teacher who taught Western Literature in Japanese schools, and eventually became a professor at the University of Tokyo. Through that, he greatly contributed to interpreting the culture and literature of Japan to the Western world in the late 1800s.
- Ama Town
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
- Winter
Itineraries
Takuhi Shrine Hiking Trip By Bus
Mt. Takuhi in Nishinoshima Town is the tallest mountain in Dōzen Islands area. Takuhi Shrine, one of the must-visits on the Oki Islands, sits on this mountain.
Although the town bus does not go to Takuhi Shrine directly, it is still possible to take the bus to the closest bus stop and walk there. This one-day hiking trip is perfect for those looking for a bit of a challenge; the distance covered is significantly longer than going up and down the Kuniga Coast Hiking Trail.
Road surface: asphalt road, dirt road
*A pair of sturdy sports shoes would be great for the occasion.
- Nishinoshima Town
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
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Visit the Highlights of Chibu: Mt. Akahage and Sekiheki (Red Cliff)
All the inhabited islands in Oki have very distinctive personalities. Chiburjima Island, being the smallest of the four, is probably the most laid-back. Other than the vast pastures, this small island is also well known for the “red wall”. We will show you the famous spots on the west coast of Chibu and ways to enjoy them.
- Chibu Village
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
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Kuniga Coast and Different Ways to Enjoy It!
Kuniga Coast is a Designated National Place of Scenic Beauty and Natural Monument. Here are all the travel tips you need to know, including how to get there and how to enjoy it on both land and sea!
- Nishinoshima Town
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
- Winter
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Half Day Trip in Okinoshima Town (Fuse Area) by Bus and Hiking
So you have half a day left in Okinoshima Town and no clear idea how to spend it. You would like to venture outside the Saigo area, but you have the 3 PM ferry to catch. Also, the use of the car is not in the picture.
Does any of it sound familiar? If it does, then look no further! This itinerary will take you on a scenic bus ride and some light hiking to one of the signature spots for the geopark and national park, with a dive into the local culture served on the side.
Duration: Half day
Means of transportation: Walking / Bus
- Okinoshima Town
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
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Journey to the Summit of Chibu by Bus and Hiking
Journey to the Summit of Chibu, with a little help from the bus.
This might be the perfect itinerary for you if you would like to get to Mt. Akahage and Sekiheki (Red Cliff) on foot, with a little help from the village’s bus.
Mt. Akahage is the tallest mountain on Chiburijima Island, and the 360° panoramic view of the island from the summit is simply unforgettable.
This one-day hiking trip is perfect if you want to cover some distance during your holiday on the islands.
Duration: 0.5 day
*This course is designed for those staying in the Dōzen area, matching the schedule of the inter-island ferry Isokaze.
For those travelling from Dōgo or Honshu, please go to the last section of the article for the schedule that matches the arrival of your ferry.
Means of transportation: Walking / Bus / Taxi
Road surface: asphalt road
Time required: about 3 hrs 20 mins
- Chibu Village
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
Features
Oki-Toku Special Ticket Campaign – A Chance for Free Return Tickets?
You may think that travelling to a remote island would be very expensive and worry about all the costs of ferries or airplane tickets, etc. Well, fear not! We are now having a campaign called “Oki-Toku Special Tickets” in which you will be able to get a free ticket for the return part of your journey! In this article, we will introduce how to use the “Oki-Toku Special Ticket” and utilise it to visit all four islands of Oki!
- Okinoshima Town
- Nishinoshima Town
- Ama Town
- Chibu Village
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
- Winter
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Spring in the Oki Islands: Places to Go and Things to Know
Spring has sprung! Waving goodbye to the cold winter months, spring (March–May) marks the beginning of the tourism season on the islands. You can feel the gentle touch of a spring breeze, indulge in seasonal food, admire the beauty of spring flowers, etc. We have gathered a few tips for visiting the Oki Islands in spring and here’s some inspiration for your trip.
- Okinoshima Town
- Nishinoshima Town
- Ama Town
- Chibu Village
- Spring
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Top 5 Places to Enjoy the Spring Flowers
Japanese culture is all about the joys and charms of the four seasons. Why not let this notion be reflected in your travel plans to the islands? Here is a list of the top 5 places to visit in the Oki Islands in spring – a subjective selection of flower wonderlands I would not want to miss out on this year.
- Okinoshima Town
- Nishinoshima Town
- Ama Town
- Chibu Village
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