Kashima

Overview

Kashima is an island in Hiroshima Prefecture, administratively part of Kurahashi-cho within the city of Kure, and counted among the Geiyo Islands scattered across the Seto Inland Sea.

Highlights

• ●Island scenery as part of the Seto Inland Sea's Geiyo Islands
• ●Administrative location within Kurahashi-cho, Kure City
• ●Calm coastal views typical of the Seto Inland Sea
• ●Opportunity for island-hopping alongside neighboring islands

History

The Geiyo Islands are a group of islands off the Hiroshima coast in the Seto Inland Sea, and Kashima is one of them. For more specific historical background, checking with Kure City or local sources is recommended.

Map

34.0586, 132.5311 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

1. 1Check transport options from central Kure to Kashima in advance
2. 2Visit the ports and coastline of the Kurahashi-cho area
3. 3Stroll the island while taking in the multi-island scenery of the Geiyo Islands
4. 4Combine with nearby islands and port towns to enjoy the Seto Inland Sea landscape

Did you know?

💡 The name "Geiyo Islands" comes from combining the old provincial names Aki (芸) and Iyo (予), and Kashima forms part of this scenic multi-island seascape.

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