The first day
Departure to Shikinejima Island
We will take a boat from Tokyo to Shikinejima. We will board the large passenger ship "さるびあMaru" at Tokyo's "Takeshiba Kubashi" pier. It will depart at 10 pm and arrive at
Shikinejima at 9 am the next morning.
Homestay hostel LA MER SHIKINE
After arriving at Shikinejima, we first went to the Homestay Hostel LA MER SHIKINE to drop off our luggage, sort out our equipment, and then set off.
Renting electric bike
This time we will rent electric bicycles to explore Shikinejima Island. The advantage of electric bicycles is that they are powered by electricity, and the intensity can be adjusted,
making it easy to ride. It is not too strenuous even if you are riding uphill. I recommend using this method to get around the island. Shikin Island is not big, with only 500
residents on the entire island.
Takamori lighthouse
This lighthouse was built by a 75-year-old granny in 5 years for the safety of ship navigation. This lighthouse seems to represent the thoughts of the 500 residents of Shikin Island.
Takamori Lighthouse Observation Deck
From the observatory on the side of the lighthouse, you can have an infinite sea view, which is super beautiful! And you can see the hot springs on the other side.
Ishishirakawa Beach
Coming to Ishishirakawa Beach, the sea water is super clear. Just dive down and you will see the beautiful underwater scenery. Many Japanese people come here to swim in the
water during the summer.
Lunch: Sun Valley
Went here to have a sumptuous lunch. The store also sells the local specialty milk pancakes here. I received one as a gift! So delicious!
Wellhead
The journey continued in the afternoon and we arrived at a special wellhead. During the island's development, residents had to travel to the coast daily to fetch water.
Therefore, 20 people dedicated three years to gradually construct this wellhead, effectively solving the problem of obtaining water from distant places.
Matsugashita Miyabiyu
This is a natural hot spring. Unfortunately, the hot spring is temporarily closed due to the typhoon. Here you can enjoy the sea view while soaking in hot springs, and it's
free. The temperature of the hot spring water will also change as the temperature of the sea water changes
Homestay Hostel LA MER SHIKINE
Had a splendid dinner at the homestay hostel! The portion size is huge! Very delicious!
Autumn festival
This evening, we happened upon an autumn festival on Shikinejima Island and decided to participate. There were several small stalls and performances There were also blessing
ceremonies.
Shikinejimamari Shrine
Although we only came to this shrine at night, it was very beautiful because of the festival lanterns.
