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Suo-Oshima
A scenic island with spectacular views of the Seto Inland Sea’s many islands.
Suo-Oshima Town is made up of six inhabited islands and 25 uninhabited islands in the Seto Inland Sea in eastern Yamaguchi Prefecture, including the main island, Yashirojima. It is connected to Yanai City on the mainland by Oshima Bridge, making it easy to reach by car. The bridge also has a bicycle and pedestrian path, where visitors can enjoy the beautiful island-dotted scenery of the Seto Inland Sea while cycling or walking.
Suo-Oshima Town is also a sister island of Kauai in Hawaii and is sometimes called the “Hawaii of the Seto Inland Sea.” Every year from June 22 to August 31, “Aloha Biz” is held, with aloha shirts recognized as formal attire, and during the summer vacation season, the hula event “Satafura” takes place on Saturdays.
In addition to local specialties such as mikan nabe and Tachiuo no Kagami-mori, beautifully arranged cutlassfish sashimi, visitors can enjoy plenty of activities, including marine sports like SUP and sea kayaking, seaside drives, cycling, and trekking in the Setouchi Alps.
Highlights
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A town made up of six inhabited islands and 25 uninhabited islands.
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Also known as Yamaguchi Prefecture’s mikan island.
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Mikan nabe and Tachiuo no Kagami-mori are local specialties.
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Sometimes called the Hawaii of the Seto Inland Sea.
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It also offers a wide range of outdoor activities, including marine activities, cycling, and camping.
Photos
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Oshima Bridge connecting the mainland and the island
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Katzoegahama Beach at sunrise
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A welcome sign greets visitors
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is there free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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Yes. (Yamaguchi Free Wi-Fi, etc.)
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Are there any sightseeing spots nearby?
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Yes.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 周防大島
- Postal Code
- 742-2192
- Address
- Suo-Oshima Town, Oshima District, Yamaguchi Prefecture
- Phone
- 0820-79-1003 (Suo-Oshima Town Commerce, Industry and Tourism Division)
- Access
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Public transportation: Transfer to the Bocho Bus at JR Obatake Station
Car: Approx. 35 minutes by car from Kuga IC on the Sanyo Expressway - Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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