Nagashima

Overview

Nagashima is an island in Kaminoseki, Kumage District, Yamaguchi Prefecture. Part of the Kumage island group floating in the calm Seto Inland Sea, it offers the tranquil scenery unique to an island wrapped in gentle waters. As the central island of Kaminoseki, linked to the mainland by bridge, it makes a peaceful destination for an island trip in the Seto Inland Sea.

Highlights

• ●Sea views unique to an island of the Kumage group in the Seto Inland Sea
• ●Easy access, reachable by car via the connecting bridge
• ●Quiet island time to relax while feeling the sea breeze
• ●Coastal scenery that reflects everyday life in Kaminoseki

History

Nagashima belongs to the town of Kaminoseki and is one of the islands making up the Kumage island group in the Seto Inland Sea. For details on the island's history and how its settlements came to be, we recommend consulting official information and local records. Life rooted in the sea continues here as part of Kaminoseki.

Map

33.8167, 132.0833 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

1. 1Cross the bridge onto Nagashima and take in the Seto Inland Sea views
2. 2Stroll along the shore and savor the sea breeze and island air
3. 3Get a feel for the settlements and harbor of Kaminoseki
4. 4Wrap up your island trip enjoying the calm Seto Inland Sea vistas

Did you know?

💡 Nagashima belongs to the Kumage island group of the Seto Inland Sea and forms the heart of Kaminoseki. The place name Kaminoseki hints that this area was long an important point of maritime traffic.

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