Overview
Nushima is an island in the northwestern Kii Channel, about 4.6 km south of Awaji Island. It belongs to Minami-Awaji, Hyogo Prefecture, and marks the southernmost point of the prefecture. Covering roughly 2.71 km² with a coastline of 9.53 km and a high point of 117.2 m, it forms part of the Setonaikai National Park.
Highlights
- ●The southernmost island of Hyogo Prefecture in the Kii Channel
- ●A compact island of about 2.71 km² with a 9.53 km coastline
- ●Undulating terrain crowned by a high point of 117.2 m
- ●Natural surroundings within the Setonaikai National Park
History
Lying south of Awaji Island, Nushima belongs administratively to Minami-Awaji, Hyogo Prefecture. A village, Nushima-mura of Mihara District, formerly stood on the island. Today the island forms part of the Setonaikai National Park.
Access
The island sits in the northwestern Kii Channel about 4.6 km south of Awaji Island and is reached by sea from the Awaji side.
Best season
As part of the Setonaikai National Park, the island is pleasant to visit from spring through autumn under its mild climate.
Map
34.1667, 134.8219 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Cross to Nushima by sea from the Awaji side
- 2Walk inland from the settlement by the harbor
- 3Feel the rise of the terrain toward the 117.2 m high point
- 4Follow the coastline within the national park
Did you know?
💡 Nushima's highest point reaches 117.2 m, and its coastline extends 9.53 km.
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