Overview
Mitsukejima is an uninhabited island in Suzu, Ishikawa Prefecture. Because of its shape it is also known as Gunkanjima, or Battleship Island, and it has become a symbol of the Noto region. It lies within the Noto Hantō Quasi-National Park and is designated a Natural Monument of Ishikawa Prefecture.
Highlights
- ●The distinctive island form likened to a battleship
- ●Its familiar profile as a symbol of the Noto region
- ●A scenic spot within the Noto Hantō Quasi-National Park
- ●Its standing as a Natural Monument of Ishikawa Prefecture
History
According to folklore, the island was named "Mitsukejima" by Kūkai — a Buddhist monk, scholar and artist — who is said to have been the first to discover it while travelling from Sado Island. The island is about 150 metres long, 50 metres wide and rises around 30 metres above sea level, and is known as a scenic spot of the Noto Hantō Quasi-National Park.
Access
The island lies off Suzu in Ishikawa Prefecture and can be reached using local transport to the coast.
Best season
As a scenic spot where the island's silhouette is viewed rising from the sea, a visit in a season of settled weather makes the view easier to enjoy.
Map
37.3964, 137.2472 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Look out from the shore to the battleship-like Mitsukejima
- 2Take in the island's profile as a symbol of the Noto region
- 3Experience its setting as a scenic spot of the quasi-national park
- 4Observe the island designated a Natural Monument of Ishikawa
Did you know?
💡 Owing to its shape, Mitsukejima shares the nickname "Gunkanjima" (Battleship Island) with Hashima Island in Nagasaki Prefecture.
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