Omijima Island
青海島
An island known as the “Alps of the Sea,” where sightseeing boats take you close to strange rock formations, caves and sheer cliffs.
Omijima lies in the north of Nagato City and is connected by bridge to Senzaki Port. Its northern shore has been eroded by the waves of the Sea of Japan, creating many strange rocks, stone pillars and sea caves, which is why it is called the “Alps of the Sea.” It is part of the Kitanagato Coast Quasi-National Park. The best way to explore is the Omijima sightseeing boat from Senzaki Port, about 80 minutes and about 2,400 yen. In rough seas, the boats may take a shorter route or suspend service. The island also has a nature study trail. Senzaki is the hometown of children's poet Kaneko Misuzu, and you can visit her memorial hall nearby.
Opening hours
Sightseeing boat approx. 08:40–16:10 (depends on sea conditions)
Nearby sights
- Nagato Yumoto Onsen
- Higashi-Ushirobata Rice Terraces
- Hagi Castle Ruins & Shizuki Park
- Hagi Castle Town (Kikuya Yokocho)
- Hagi Museum
- Kikugahama Beach
- Hagi Uragami Museum
- Hagi Meirin Gakusha