The Oki Islands consist of four inhabited islands with more than 180 uninhabited islands, located in the Sea of Japan, 40-
Nishinoshima Island is the second largest island in the Oki island group, best suited for nature lovers. The dynamic rugged coastlines with many caves and clear calm water (between mid April and mid October) are perfect for sea kayaking and snorkeling.
Underwater of the Oki Islands is unique, mixed between warm currents and cold currents, which is home to a wide variety of both temperate and tropical marine species such as colorful tropical fish and temperate soft coral.
Complicated underwater volcanic landscape also attracts scuba divers for cave diving.
For comprehensive information in English, please visit the Nishinoshima Tourism Association website: www.nkk-oki.com/english/
The Oki Islands have been designated as a globally important geological heritage site (Global Geopark) by UNESCO.
PrefectureShimaneSize56 sq kmPopulationApproximately 2,900AccessIt takes about 1 hour from Matsue (Sakai Port) by jet ferry and 2 hours by slow ferry.Getting aroundCar rental