Sights
Maejima Island
Setouchi City
A beautiful island only 5 min. from Ushimado by ferry.
Also called Midorijima Island (Green Isle), Maejima Island is a National Park. Visitors can enjoy sea kayaking, fishing, and camping. Cycling along the 10-km long road is a great way to see the island. Rental bicycles are available. Cars can be rented in Ushimado and brought by ferry. Visitors are treated to beautiful sunsets from a spot selected for inclusion in the 100 most beautiful sunsets in Japan. Cabbage fields can be seen in winter. five inns are available, and some private inns offer oyster meals.
Basic information
- Address
- Ushimado, Ushimado Town, Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture
- Access
- 30 min. from JR Oku Station by bus bound for Ushimado, and then 5 min. by ferry from Ushimado Port.
- Tel.
- 0869-22-3953
- Website
- http://www.city.setouchi.lg.jp/journey/tanoshimu/1489133790366.html(English)