Okinoshima Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Okinoshima

The island is considered to be akami(god), hence why it is so sacred. The prohibition on women may originate from the belief that menstruation is ritually impure. There are few disputes because the whole island is privately owned by the shrine. In 2017 the island was awardedUNESCOWorld Heritage status. The island is fairly rugged and heavily forested. The island is considered an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International. Humid subtropical like most of Japan.

Top Attractions in Okinoshima

Explore the best things to see and do in Okinoshima:

• ★Munakata Taisha Okitsu shrine
• ★Okinoshima Lighthouse

Okinoshima Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 7 sections including: