The small island of Ojikajima floats at the northern end of the Goto Islands, in Nagasaki prefecture, Kyushu.
Because of its original and beautiful landscape, this island  has been chosen as “one of the most beautiful villages in Japan”.

A shop on the main street on the Ojikajima Island that sells watches and glasses

Street views of Ojikajima Island

The well on the main street

There are many festivals in the spring, summer, fall and winter. On this island, people pray to the God of sea, the God of mountain and the Gods of various objects. The locals pray to the Gods for safety and for good catch at the sea.

The burning field

The burning field

The fishing net and the blue sky

Making dried bonito

Making dried bonito

The rusty door

Nishi-Miya Shrine facing the sea

Experience the authentic island life in southern Japan.

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Photograph by meguru hayata