Iejima, then called Ie Shima by US military and media, was the major starting point for the Surrender of Japan. It was the home of the 413th Fighter Group which comprised the 1st, 21st and 34th Fighter Squadrons, the 345th Bombardment Group, consisting of the 498th, 499th, 500th and 501st Squadrons, along with the 548th and 549th Night Fighter ...

Ie Island is a compact 23-square-kilometer island lying 30 minutes off the northeast coast of Okinawa’s main island. The island is predominantly flat farmland, with Mt. Gusuku (172 m) in the center, dominating the sky.

Jun 12, 2013 · The beauty and splendor of Okinawa are not confined to the main island alone. There are plenty of outlying islands that you should consider visiting to enhance your travel experience. My first visit to one of the Ryukyu Islands was Iejima (Ie island), which lies not too far from the Northern part of main island of Okinawa.

Apr 12, 2015 · Maybe one of the most noticeable islands seen from the Okinawa main island is Ie Jima (伊江島) which sits off the coast of the Motobu Peninsula just north of Sesoko Island. Its hallmark feature is a large rock hill that appears to sit dead center on this good size isle. In the modern era, this little mountain is referred to as Mt. Gusuku.

For access to Ie Island from mainland Okinawa, the Ieshima and Gusuku ferries leave from Motobu Port. The Ieshima ferry offers shipping service for vehicles, but there is a free parking lot at the port, and rental cars and bicycles are available on Ie Island so that people can also enjoy travelling without the cost of taking their own vehicles.

Jul 29, 2024 · Iejima (Ieshima) is a faraway island covering a trifling 23 square kilometres. It is positioned off the northeast coast of Okinawa Island and is accessible via a 30-minute boat ride. The island features predominantly flat farmland, with Mount Iejima growing at 172 meters above sea level in the centre, imparting commanding views.

Iejima, previously romanized in English as Ie Shima, is an island in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, lying a few kilometers off the Motobu Peninsula on Okinawa Island.

May 1, 2016 · Bordered by a long sandy beach (Ie Beach) on the south coast and cliffs on the north coast of Waji, Iejima, despite its small size, offers varied landscapes. The ascent of Mount Gusuku (called Mount Tachu by locals), with its strange shape, is one of the most popular activities for visitors.

Jan 6, 2024 · Welcome to Iejima Island, a Temperate island in the Eastern China Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Iejima Island unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details: Geography and Size: Explore the island’s size and location.

Ie Shima Auxiliary Airfield (伊江島補助飛行場, Iejima Hojo Hikōjō) is a training facility, managed by the United States Marine Corps and a former World War II airfield complex on Ie Shima, an island located off the northwest coast of Okinawa Island in the East China Sea.