Ishima

Overview

Ishima is an island belonging to Ishimacho, Anan City, Tokushima Prefecture, and marks the easternmost point of Shikoku. With an area of about 1.45 square kilometers and a population of roughly 190, this small island has nearly its entire territory—apart from the settlement—designated part of the Muroto-Anan Coast Quasi-National Park. Ringed by reefs, it is a fishing island known for spiny lobster, turban shell, and abalone, offering clear seas and an unhurried island pace.

Highlights

• ●The easternmost island of Shikoku, home to about 190 residents
• ●Natural scenery within the Muroto-Anan Coast Quasi-National Park
• ●Rich reef waters yielding spiny lobster, turban shell, and abalone
• ●The chance, on clear days, to glimpse Honshu from the eastern edge

History

Ishima has long made its living from fishing, blessed with rich fishing grounds. With all but the settlement folded into the Muroto-Anan Coast Quasi-National Park, its natural scenery is protected. Lying at Shikoku's eastern edge, it sometimes affords a view of Honshu to the east on clear days. For detailed island history and annual events, it is best to check on-site or official information.

Map

33.8500, 134.8152 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

1. 1Board the ferry to Ishima from a port on the Anan City side
2. 2Walk the settlement near the harbor and sense island life
3. 3Explore the reef and coastline within the quasi-national park
4. 4Savor locally caught seafood before returning by ferry

Did you know?

💡 Ishima is the easternmost island of Shikoku, and on clear days Honshu can sometimes be seen across the sea to the east. Its waters are known for abundant catches of spiny lobster, turban shell, abalone, and mantis shrimp.

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