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Akiya Coast

The blue of the sea stands in stark contrast to the vibrant red of the sheer rock cliff on this coast. You can find the instagrammable rock, Heart Rock, sitting on the surface of the sea. Akiya Bea…

Oki Shrine

Retired Emperor Go-Toba was exiled to the Oki Islands in 1221, and lived here until his death years later. Oki Shrine was built in 1939 in commemoration of the 700th anniversary of the death of Emper…

Uzuka-mikoto Shrine

Uzuka-mikoto Shrine is a prestigious shrine recorded in the oldest shrine list in Japan and is a shrine of the highest grade. Throughout summer and autumn, the rice fields and the two torii gates c…

Emperor Go-Toba Museum

The museum contains objects related to Emperor Go-Toba, Oki Shrine, where he is worshipped, and a small collection of Japanese swords, with one as old as more than 600 years. Find out why the emperor…

Mt. Kinkō-ji

Located on the northeastern side of Nakanoshima Island, the lookout on Mt. Kinkō-ji overlooks the only plain in the Dōzen Islands where rice is cultivated. Near the top of the mountain (164 m) is a n…

Murakami-ke Museum

Historical records state that the Murakami family was one of the families that supported Emperor Go-Toba. This home has been turned into a museum featuring documents about the Murakami Family and the…

Burial Site of Emperor Go-Toba

Retired Emperor Go-Toba, who was exiled to the Oki Islands in the early 13th century, spent the last 19 years of his life on Nakanoshima Island. After he passed away, some of his ashes were sent back…

Saburō-iwa Rocks

These three rocks are named Tarō (largest), Jirō (middle) and Saburō (smallest). It is said that they are brothers, and they are a popular sight for tourists on board the ferry or Underwater Viewing …

Seisui Temple (Tengawa-no-mizu Spring)

This famous water spring has been included in the "Top 100 Spring Waters of Japan." Numerous stone statues surround the spring. Visit the temple here and fill up your water bottle before continuing…

Kirogasaki Lighthouse

Kirogasaki Lighthouse is located on the southernmost tip of Nakanoshima, and is the perfect spot to enjoy the sunset with Nishinoshima Island and Chiburijima Island in view.

Rainbow Beach

A beach within a walking distance from the port, boasting beautiful sand and a view of boats coming and going. Rainbow Beach is a sandy beach just within a short walking distance from Hishiura Port…

Jōshiki Shop

You can pick up some snacks for your journey and also find handmade crafts by local craftsmen here, such as pottery from Oki-gama Kiln and Kinnyamonya-related products.