Ushima

Overview

Ushima is a small island of Hikari City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, floating in the eastern Suo-nada of the Seto Inland Sea, off the western side of the Murotsu Peninsula. Part of the Shunan Islands, it is linked to the mainland by a scheduled passenger ferry from Murozumi Port on the opposite shore. Surrounded by the calm Inland Sea, its charm lies in the unhurried island pace and the simple life of its village, with the ferry crossing itself becoming a small journey.

Highlights

• ●A ferry crossing from Murozumi Port unique to a bridgeless island
• ●Calm seascapes surrounded by the Suo-nada and Inland Sea
• ●The simple island scenery of one of the Shunan Islands
• ●A relaxed island pace far from mainland bustle

History

Ushima is one of the Shunan Islands, lying in the Suo-nada off the western Murotsu Peninsula, where people have long lived alongside the Inland Sea. Today it belongs to Hikari City, and a scheduled boat between the island and Murozumi Port keeps it connected to the mainland. For the island's fuller history and highlights, it is best to consult Hikari City's official information.

Map

33.8583, 132.0167 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

1. 1Travel from central Hikari to Murozumi Port and board the ferry
2. 2Enjoy the island silhouettes and seascape of the Suo-nada from the deck
3. 3Land on Ushima and stroll its village and shoreline
4. 4Return to Murozumi Port in time for the scheduled ferry

Did you know?

💡 As one of the Shunan Islands, reached only by boat from Murozumi Port, Ushima makes the very act of crossing part of its appeal. Because it is an island with no bridge, you get to enjoy the pleasure of truly voyaging over to it.

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