Okunoshima Island

Ōkunoshima

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Surrounded by the beautiful nature of the Seto Inland Sea, this island is a true haven of relaxation where you can spend a leisurely time interacting with approximately 500-600 rabbits.

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Overview

Okunoshima Island, located in Tadanoumi-cho, Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, is an island approximately 4km in circumference. Once a poison gas factory, it was known as the "island erased from maps." During the Pacific War, its existence was removed from maps to protect military secrets. However, after the war's end, nature gradually recovered, and now, as "Rabbit Island," home to approximately 500-600 rabbits, it attracts many tourists from Japan and abroad. The island boasts accommodations, hot springs, a poison gas museum, and a visitor center, offering a full day of activities. A unique highlight is interacting with the friendly rabbits inhabiting the island. You can feed them, take pictures, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Seto Inland Sea while cycling or fishing. Walking paths for interacting with rabbits and historical sites showcasing the poison gas factory ruins are also scattered throughout the island. Okunoshima Island is a captivating island where you can enjoy nature, history, and animal interaction. Be sure to visit!

Historic Sites
Scenic Views
Shrines and Temples
Amusement Parks
sports
Flower Viewing

Basic Information

Address: 5491, Tadanoumi-cho, Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Hiroshima

Access: 【Car】Approximately 45 minutes by car from Hiroshima Airport, 15 minutes by boat from Tadanoumi Port / Approximately 40 minutes by car from Kawachi IC on the Sanyo Expressway, 15 minutes by boat from Tadanoumi Port 【Train】Approximately 20 minutes by JR Kure Line from JR Mihara Station, approximately 7 minutes on foot from Tadanoumi Station to Tadanoumi Port, 15 minutes by boat from Tadanoumi Port 【Boat】Okunoshima Ferry: Approximately 15 minutes by boat from Ōmishima (Sakimori Port) / Rabbit Line: Approximately 30 minutes by boat from Mihara Port Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Last entry 3:40 PM)

Cld.Days: December 29th - January 3rd *May be temporarily closed on other occasions.

Fee: ¥150 (Adults 19 and over) Free (Under 19) <Groups of 20 or more> ¥120 (Adults 19 and over) Free (Under 19) (Entrance fees were revised on July 1st, 2020.) *The following individuals are exempt from entrance fees: - Individuals with a disability certificate (Shintaisho-teicho), a mental disability welfare certificate (Seishin shogai sha hoken fukushi teicho), or a training certificate (Ryoyo teicho). - Elementary and junior high school students of Takehara City who are on a school trip with their teachers.