Check out these articles
-
Video article 2:41
Shodoshima Island in Kagawa Prefecture Is an Island of Olives and Art, Floating in the Seto Inland Sea! It Was Also the Filming Location for a Popular Japanese Movie!
Local PRTravel- 130 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 3:27
Reserve a Desert Island and Spend Your Dream Vacation at “Kujira-Jima” in the Seto Inland Sea! Glamping, Camping, Barbecuing... There's Plenty of Ways to Spend Your Time on This Desert Island in Okayama Prefecture!
Local PR- 92 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 2:26
Bungotakada – A Historic Japanese Town of Sunflowers and Festivals in Oita Prefecture
TravelFestivals & EventsTraditional Culture- 15 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 1:52
Hachijo-jima, Tokyo: An Island With Spectacular Scenery and a Tropical-Island Feel. Enjoy Fishing, Diving, and a Morning Market, All on Japan's Izu Islands!
Local PRTravelNature- 92 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 2:27
Iheya Island - A Tropical Travel Destination in Okinawa!
Local PRTravelNature- 264 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 2:38
Kujukushima in Nagasaki Has a Total of 208 Islands, and It Contains the Highest Density of Islands in Japan! Check Out the Superb View at the Tenkaiho Observatory!
Nature- 117 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 14:19
Tatsuno, Hyogo - From the Beautiful Natural Scenery of the Ibo River to the Historical Tatsuno Castle and Classic Summer Food Ibonoito Somen, There's Almost Too Much Sightseeing To Be Done Here!
Local PRTravel- 136 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 3:44
Discover the Rich Nature, Cuisine, and Culture of Iwamizawa, Hokkaido, a Place Brimming With Spectacular Views! Enjoy Wineries, Rose Gardens, and More to Your Heart's Content!
TravelLocal PR- 26 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 1:33
Ichigaya, Tokyo: A Rich Surrounding Area, Full Of Attractions, With Excellent Transportation Access! Check Out These Popular Spots That You Absolutely Can't Miss When Appreciating the History in Tokyo!
Local PR- 29 plays
- YouTube
Enjoy the Beautiful Scenery Around the Islands of Kagawa Prefecture! "Awashima", "Shishijima," "Ibukishima," and "Shounai Peninsula," Floating in the Seto Inland Sea, Are Sightseeing Spots With Plenty of Beautiful Nature.
The Islands of the Seto Inland Sea
This time, we bring you a video with a superb view of the islands of the Seto Inland Sea. The video “Kagawa's Best Holiday - Awashima, Shishijima, Ibukishima, and Shonai Peninsula" (かがわ極上休日 粟島・志々島・伊吹島・荘内半島), is produced by Kagawa Prefecture's channel “Udonken.”
The Seto Inland Sea area, famous for the Seto Ohashi Bridge, which is introduced in this video, has about 700 islands and beautiful scenery.
Shodoshima is one of the most famous islands in Shikoku, but the Seto Inland Sea has many other attractive and recommended tourist attractions.
This video summarizes four recommended sightseeing spots in Awashima, Shishijima, Ibukijima and Shonai Peninsula all in under 3 minutes.
Enjoy the video of these beautiful, natural tourist destinations.
Awashima - Appreciating Art
About 15 minutes from Suda Port in Kagawa Prefecture, Awashima is characterized by its three-winged screw-like shape.
It is known for being home to the National Maritime Training School founded in the Meiji era (1868-1912 AD) as well as the Awashima Ocean Memorial Hall.
Saya Kubota's work, "The Missing Post Office," which stores letters in unknown boxes in a post office, and a buoy garden which is decorated with cute art using buoys floating on the sea, are also popular tourist attractions.
We recommend taking your time and watching the sun set on the calm Nishihama beach.
Shisijima - The Island Guarded by a 1,200 Year Old Giant Camphor Tree
From 0:51 in the video, you can see Shishijima, in Kagawa Prefecture, which is a small island characterized by mountainous terrain.
The 1200-year-old camphor tree on the island is a large tree designated as a natural monument of the prefecture.
You can see the enormous, powerful camphor tree from 1:01 in the video.
Climb to Kusunokikura Observatory, where you can overlook the Seto Inland Sea, and enjoy the scenery in harmony with nature.
Ibuki Island
Ibukijima Island, seen at1:30 is a fishing town where Ibuki Irico, Kagawa's famous gourmet food, is actively fished.
Ibuki Iriko is a dried sardine processed from Japanese anchovy caught on Ibuki Island.
On the sea side of the island, there are many Iriko processing plants referred to as "Iriba."
Visit unusual sights such as the Ibuki Folk Museum and the mysterious "Toilet House," an Instagram-worthy piece of art.
The Seto Inland Sea's "Shonai Peninsula"
Finally, we introduce the Shonai Peninsula, which can be seen from 2:04 in the video.
From here, you can overlook the beauty of the Seto Inland Sea from the Shiudeyama Observation Deck.
You can walk to Maruyama Island, a legendary place in Japan, where the legend of Taro Urashima remains, at low tide, from the Ninaihama Beach on the Shonai Peninsula.
The end of the legend of Urashima Taro is also the grave of Urashima Taro.
The Sanuki Misaki Lighthouse at the tip of Shonai Peninsula is also a great place to see!
Other Remote Islands and Places to Visit in the Seto Inland Sea
There are many other famous islands besides the islands introduced in this video.
Awaji Island, the largest island in the Seto Inland Sea; Shodoshima, famous for the movie "Twenty-Four Eyes"; Teshima, Naoshima, and Megijima, where you can enjoy modern art; Ikuchijima, a sacred place for cycling; Suo-Oshima, called the "Hawaii of the Seto Inland Sea"; Mukaishima, the closest remote island to Hiroshima; Okinoshima, a former Japanese military fortress; Osaki Shimojima, the setting for Suntory's drinking water commercials; and Nekojima Sanagi Island.
Don't miss the Setouchi International Art Festival, an event held on 12 islands and in two ports in the Seto Inland Sea!
The Seto Inland Sea has many hot spring inns and hotels.
The sightseeing plans, routes and courses are up to you!
Enjoy your trip to the Seto Inland Sea as you please.
Summary of the Seto Inland Sea's Islands
Each of the islands featured in these videos has its own unique characteristics.
Which one's your favorite?
The islands around the Seto Inland Sea can be accessed by the Seto Inland Sea Steamship or cruise ferry.
If you're looking for a sightseeing trip to some of Japan's most scenic spots, take a cruise tour to enjoy the beautiful islands of the Seto Inland Sea!
【Official Website】Kagawa Prefectural Government Homepage
https://www.pref.kagawa.lg.jp/
【Tripadvisor】Kagawa Prefecture
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g298231-Kagawa_Prefecture_Shikoku-Vacations.html
AccessMap (Google Maps)
-
Awashima Island00:00:10–Takumacho Awashima, Mitoyo, Kagawa
-
Awashima Ocean Memorial Hall00:00:10–1418-2 Takumacho Awashima, Mitoyo, Kagawa
-
Buoy-Buoy Garden00:00:26–Takumacho Awashima, Mitoyo, Kagawa
-
Hyoryu Post Office00:00:29–1317-2 Takumacho Awashima, Mitoyo, Kagawa
-
Nishihama Beach00:00:43–Kagawa, Mitoyo, Takumacho Awashima,
-
Shishi Island00:00:52–Takumacho Shishijima, Mitoyo, Kagawa
-
Kagawa Prefecture natural monument “Shishijima no Okusu”00:01:03–172 Takumacho Shishijima, Mitoyo, Kagawa
-
Tomonokura Observatory00:01:19–Takumacho Shishijima, Mitoyo, Kagawa
-
Ibuki Island00:01:30–Ibukicho, Kanonji, Kagawa
-
House of Toilet Art Project00:01:53–268 Ibukicho, Kanonji, Kagawa
-
Shonai Peninsula00:02:05–Takumachohako, Mitoyo, Kagawa
-
Mt. Shiude Lookout Point00:02:06–451-1 Kagawa, Mitoyo, Takumacho Ohama,
-
Maruyama Island00:02:19–Takumacho Ohama, Mitoyo, Kagawa
-
Nirohama Beach Campsite00:02:25–Takuma-chō nirohama,Mitoyo, Kagawa
-
Taro Urashima's Tomb00:02:30–Takumachohako, Mitoyo, Kagawa
-
Video article 14:46
A Journey Through the Fascinating City of Himeji, Hyogo! Feel the History and Culture of Japan at the Historic "Himeji Castle," a World Heritage Site!
Local PR Travel- 126 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 3:59
From Cultural Experiences to Delicious Food, Oita Prefecture’s Kunisaki City Is Full of Things to Do!
Local PR Travel Art & Architecture- 211 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 3:53
Awaji Island: Amazing Scenery, Historic Buildings, Traditional Japanese Culture and More in Hyogo Prefecture! An In-Depth Look at the Island Famous for Some of the World's Largest Whirlpools!
Local PR Travel- 57 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 2:55
Gokase, Miyazaki Has Many of the Top Sightseeing Spots in Japan! The Largest Waterfall, the Southernmost Ski Resort, and One of the Leading Tea Producers in the Country... Is It Even Legal to Have This Many Attractions?!
Local PR Travel- 93 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 3:18
Outstanding Views of Flowers and Nature in Biei and Furano, Hokkaido. The Scenic View of Lavenders and Poppies, Together With the Natural Scenery of the Surrounding Area, Will Make Your Trip Unforgettable!
Local PR Travel Nature- 413 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 3:39
Aoki, Nagano - Located in Japan's Shinshu Region, this Village is Ranked #1 on the List of "Most Desirable Villages to Live in in Japan"! Why Was It Chosen? What Makes This Place So Popular? Watch This Video to Find Out!
Local PR Travel Action & Adventure- 410 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 2:24
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine: The Origin of Japan’s Most Recent Era, "Reiwa." One of the Nation's Most Popular Spots for Academic Success Is a Charming Place Full of History in Dazaifu, Fukuoka!
Local PR Travel- 133 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 3:00
Japan's Largest Lake, Lake Biwa, Shows Us Many Different Faces and Colors Throughout the Day and Year. The Size and Beauty of the Lake in Shiga Prefecture, Which Lives up to Its Name as Japan's Largest, Have Fascinated People Since Ancient Times
Local PR- 16 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 2:40
Introducing “Narusawa, Yamanashi,” Home to the Tallest Mountain in Japan. Behold the Jaw Droppingly Beautiful Scenery of Mt. Fuji.
Local PR Nature- 55 plays
- YouTube
-
Text only
Photo Contest Landscape Photography - Introducing 10 Beautiful Japanese Landscapes
Local PR Travel Nature- 495 views
-
Video article 1:01
Urasoe – A Picturesque Tourist Attraction in Okinawa! Delicious Food and More at This Hidden Gem in Okinawa, Japan!
Local PR Travel Food & Drink Traditional Culture- 36 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 2:01
The Konan Wisteria Festival - One of Japan’s Largest Wisteria Festivals, Located in Konan, Aichi Prefecture. The 75m Long Wisteria Trellis Creates a Mystical World of Gorgeous Flowers!
Local PR Travel- 592 plays
- YouTube
Comment