Overview
Kakara Island lies in the Genkai Sea about 4 km north of Cape Hado at the northern tip of the Higashimatsuura Peninsula, and belongs to the city of Karatsu in Saga Prefecture. Its administrative area is Kakarajima, Chinzei, Karatsu. In 2009 it was chosen for the "100 Island Treasures" for its legend of the birth of King Muryeong of Baekje.
Highlights
- ●An island of Karatsu set in the Genkai Sea
- ●Located about 4 km north of Cape Hado
- ●Selected among the "100 Island Treasures"
- ●Associated with the legend of King Muryeong's birth
History
Kakara Island belongs to the Chinzei area of Karatsu, Saga Prefecture, in the Genkai Sea. In 2009 it was selected for the "100 Island Treasures" for its legend of the birth of King Muryeong of Baekje.
Access
The island lies in the Genkai Sea about 4 km north of Cape Hado at the northern tip of the Higashimatsuura Peninsula, reached by boat.
Best season
As an island surrounded by the Genkai Sea, it is easiest to reach during calmer seasons when the water is settled.
Map
33.6008, 129.8561 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Cross to the island by boat from a port on the Karatsu side
- 2Walk the shores of the island set in the Genkai Sea
- 3Learn of the island's legend of the birth of King Muryeong of Baekje
- 4Return to the port and head back to the mainland
Did you know?
💡 In 2009 it was selected among the "100 Island Treasures".
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