Kokatsu Island

Overview

Kokatsu Island is a bridged island in Tachibana Town, Anan City, Tokushima Prefecture. Because it is linked to the mainland by a bridge, it is an island you can reach easily by car, letting you enjoy the scenery of a small island floating in the calm Tachibana Bay close at hand. There are no flashy tourist facilities, but the gentle sea continuing from the Seto Inland Sea and the distinctive views of Tachibana Bay, where industry and nature coexist, spread out before you.

Highlights

• ●A bridged island connected to the mainland, easy to reach by car
• ●The scenery of a small island floating in calm Tachibana Bay
• ●Distinctive views of Tachibana Bay, where industry and nature coexist
• ●A blend of island quiet and closeness to the mainland

History

Kokatsu Island belongs to Tachibana Town in Anan City and is an island connected to the mainland by a bridge. Tachibana Town is known as a place blessed with a fine harbor, and various industries have gathered along its bay shore since modern times. Kokatsu Island, too, came to be linked to the mainland by a bridge amid the development of Tachibana Bay, and is thought to have continued a life integrated with the community despite being an island. For its detailed history and points of interest, it is best to check on-site guidance or official information.

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1Head toward the Tachibana Town area of Anan City
2. 2Cross the bridge onto Kokatsu Island
3. 3Stroll while taking in the calm seaside scenery of Tachibana Bay
4. 4Return to the Tachibana area to enjoy the port-town mood and local flavors

Did you know?

💡 True to the phrase bridged island, Kokatsu Island is linked to the mainland by a bridge, so you can visit it with the feeling of being connected by land despite it being an island. Tachibana Bay is known as a calm, fine harbor, and the island floats quietly in one corner of it.

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