The Oki Islands (隠岐諸島, Oki-shotō, or 隠岐の島 Oki-no-shima, 隠岐群島 Oki-guntō) is an archipelago in the Sea of Japan, the islands of which are administratively part of Oki District, Shimane Prefecture, Japan. The islands have a total area of …

The Oki Islands lie just 60km off the coast of Shimane Prefecture, in the Sea of Japan, but visitors are often heard to exclaim, “I can’t believe this is Japan!” In 2013, UNESCO designated the islands as a Global Geopark for the beautiful landscape formed by …

Discover UNESCO Global Geopark, the Oki Islands in Shimane, Japan. Embrace nature's beauty with cycling, hiking, and sea kayaking on these remote islands. Immerse yourself in authentic Japan, where the environment and landscapes intertwine with islanders' daily lives.

The Oki Islands, a group of four large inhabited islands and 180 smaller uninhabited islands and rocky outcrops, are one of the treasures of the Sea of Japan. Oki is divided into two main areas – Dogo (Okinoshima Town) and Dozen (Nishinoshima Town, Ama Town and Chibu Village).

Part of the Daisen-Oki National Park and recognized as a UNESCO Global Geo Park since 2013, only four of the almost 200 Oki Islands are inhabited. The islands are an ideal spot for watersports, sightseeing and hiking.

Nov 15, 2018 · The Oki Islands is a group of over 180 islands located 40–80 kilometers off the coast of Shimane Prefecture in the Sea of Japan. Only four of them are permanently inhabited and are split into two groups: Dogo Island (Okinoshima) and the Dozen Islands (Nishinoshima, Chiburijima, and Nakanoshima).

The Oki Islands is an archipelago located in the Sea of Japan 40-80 km north off the coast of the Shimane Peninsula. The Oki Islands are made up of around 180 islands with most of them permanently uninhabited except for four.

Jan 13, 2024 · The Oki Islands are a hidden gem in the Sea of Japan, offering a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and authentic local traditions. Visitors can immerse themselves in the pristine environment, explore ancient temples and shrines, and savor delicious regional cuisine.

Designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark, and a part of the Daisen-Oki National Park, the Oki Islands are a hidden gem perfect for your outdoor adventures in Japan. Located off the coast of Shimane, the four islands have rich nature and are surrounded by exceptionally clear waters.

Oct 31, 2013 · Newly added to the Unesco Global Geoparks Network, the islands offer rugged coastline walks, ancient trees, beaches and water sports, Shintō shrines, centuries-old cultural practices and legends of penitent squid. Here is just a taste of what to expect on the four inhabited islands of the Oki archipelago.