Tsutajima Islands
Tsutajima Islands are made up of two uninhabited islands. The bigger is Otsutajima and the smaller is Kotsutajima. Just 1km off coast from the civilization, these two islands offer us the tranquility beauty and incredible range of outdoor experiences. The region enjoys some of the highest sunshine hours in Japan.
The Colors of the Seto Inland Sea
The water of the Setouchi provides dazzling displays of shading colores ranging from the bright turquoise to the deep green and blue.
Caves and Tide Pools
We have large tidal variations in the Seto Inland Sea, its tidal difference becomes as high as 4 meters. When the tide goes up, unique sea caves and rock formations can be cruised by kayaks and SUPs. On the other hand, numerous tidal pools emerge at low tides. It’s a fun for even adults to find small marine creatures in the pool.
Kamo-Okitsunomiya Shrine
This bright vermillion Torii on the beach is the gate of Kamo-Okitsunomiya Shrine which has a deep connection with Kamo Shrine in Kyoto. The whole island of Otsutajima is in the sacred precincts.
Hiraishi, a Granite Rock
Tsutajima is a home of unique granite rock formations. “Hiraishi” or flat rock is 20 meters off the island and a historical record says that a feudal lord in the middle ages landed this rock and hold a banquet against the stunning backdrop of Tsutajima.
Teraura Camping Ground
A comfortable camping site on the Southern side of Otsutajima Island. Its laid-back atmosphere is one of our favorites. The camping sites contains basic facilities such as toilet, fireplaces and no crowds.
Tengu Shrine
Tengu Shrine is located on the highest point of Otsutajima Island. A giant granite rock with a phallic outlook has been an object of worship as a symbol of family prosperity. This giant rock is an example of primitive and spiritual aspect of the Japanese.
Walking Tracks and Daikan-tei Observatory
Well-kept walking tracks take you out to the places with stunning view of the Seto Inland Sea. Daikan-tei is one of the observatories adjoining to a huge granite rock called Eboshi-Iwa which looks like a court noble’s hat in ancient times.
Kotsuta-jima Island
The smaller island is Kotsuta-jima. A Kaizuka or shell midden was excavated on this island. This ruin tells us that ancient people lived here about 6000-10000 years ago.
The Shonai Peninsula and Maruyamajima-Island
The Shonai Peninsula, jetting out the Seto Inland Sea is the largest peninsula in Kagawa prefecture and its forests are thick with trees. The whole peninsula is believed to be the setting of a famous Japanese legend Urashima-Taro which was influenced by Taoist immortality thought from ancient China.
