Hop on a bicycle and explore the story of Okunoshima — guided by a local expert and friendly rabbits!
Okunoshima is a small island in the warm Seto Inland Sea, surrounded by a stunning landscape of over 700 islands. Today, it’s known for its hundreds of wild rabbits, offering visitors a sense of peace and healing. But behind its charm lies a forgotten past — Okunoshima was once removed from maps due to its dark wartime history.
Why was this beautiful island hidden? What truths lie beneath its quiet surface? Join us on a unique cycling tour that traces the island’s dramatic story — with a knowledgeable guide and rabbits as your playful companions.
*Important Information ・This is a shared group tour. Other participants may join the same departure. ・Minimum of 2 participants is required for the tour to operate. ・Weather policy: If the Japan Meteorological Agency forecasts a 60% or higher chance of rain by 12:00 PM the day before the tour, it will be cancelled with no cancellation fees.
5491 Tadanoumicho, Takehara, Japan
The lighthouse is currently prohibited to enter in. So you can view the lighthouse from a short distance and view beauty of scenery from here.
Takehara, Japan
Okunoshima is a small island with a circumference of about 4 km, a little west of the Shimanami Kaido that connects the islands of the Seto Inland Sea. It is a Seto Inland Sea National Park, and you can enjoy the change of nature every season.
So you can view the it from a short distance.
Tadanoumicho, Takehara, Japan
This power plant was used when poison gas was secretly made here. For safety reason, currently prohibited to enter in. So you can view the it from a short distance.
Tadanoumicho, Takehara, Japan
This is gun battery ruins in Okunoshima. You can see it closely.
Tadanoumi station(JR) Meeting Time: 9:05 / 11:25
Tadanoumi port (Ferry terminal for Okunoshima) Meeting Time: 9:25 / 11:45
From Tadanoumi Station to Tadanoumi Port: It’s about a 7-minute walk to the Port. From Tadanoumi Port to Okunoshima: Approximately 15 minutes by ferry. Upon arrival on the island, a free shuttle bus is available to Kyukamura Okunoshima hotel. A guide will be waiting at hotel lobby.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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