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The sea in the Ogasawara Islands. Lots of tropical fish swimming around a coral reef.
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Ogasawara Islands

In 2011, the island was registered as a World Natural Heritage site, and is known as the “Galapagos of the East” for its many precious plants and animals. The weather is warm all year round, and whale and dolphin watching is very popular. Information AccessChichijima: Approximately 24 hours by regular liner Ogasawara Maru from Takeshiba …

Terraced rice fields in Shodoshima, Kagawa Prefecture.
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Shodoshima Island

Shodoshima is the largest island in Kagawa Prefecture, located in the Harimanada Sea in the Seto Inland Sea, and is popular for its Shodoshima Olive Park and Angel Road, which is said to bring happiness to couples who hold hands on the road. Information AccessApproximately 1 hour by ferry from Takamatsu Port About Shodoshima Island, …

This is Kabira Bay in Ishigaki Island, Okinawa Prefecture.
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Yaeyama Islands

There are many unique islands such as Ishigaki Island, Taketomi Island, Kohama Island, and Iriomote Island. Don’t forget to look up at the night sky in the Yaeyama Islands, which are known as one of the most starry regions in Japan. Information Transportation Access Ishigaki Island: Approximately 1 hour by airplane from Naha Airport Iriomote …

This is Shiratani Unsuikyo in Yakushima, Kagoshima Prefecture.
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Yakushima Island

About 20% of the island, which is roughly the same size as Tokyo’s 23 wards, is designated as a World Natural Heritage site, and the island’s unique flora and fauna, including the Jomon cedar, one of the world’s oldest and largest tree, continue to protect the ecosystem. Information Transportation AccessThe shortest flight from Kagoshima Airport …

Cape Sky in Rebun Island, Hokkaido.
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Rishiri and Rebun Island

Rishiri Island and Rebun Island are treasure houses of alpine plants. From early summer to early autumn, the islands are filled with flowers, and many people visit the islands to see the alpine plants and wild flowers that can only be seen here. Information Access Rishiri Island: About 1 hour and 50 minutes by ferry from …

Satohama Beach in Iki Island, Nagasaki Prefecture.
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Iki and Goto Islands

The island of “Iki” is a Japanese heritage site that has prospered since ancient times through maritime trade connecting mainland Japan with China and Korea. The “Goto” Islands, the westernmost islands of Kyushu, are blessed with rich nature. Iki beef, Goto beef, Goto udon noodles, and camellia oil are its specialties. Information Transportation Access Iki: …