Fukajima is a small island located in Saiki City, Oita Prefecture. The island is known for its natural monument, the Japanese wood pigeon, but it is also home to rare creatures such as the purple coenobita. And the biggest attention is the cat. More than 100 cats live on this island, and Fukajima has become very well known in recent years. Fukashima has a population of 19, so it is a cat-dominated island with an overwhelmingly larger number of cats than humans.
Location
Fukajima is a small island located in the southern part of Oita prefecture.
| Address | Kamae Oaza Kamaeura, Saiki, Oita 876-2401 |
| Population | 19 |
| Number of cats | 100 |
History
Fukajima is said to be the top of the land that was submerged due to crustal movements. Originally a less populated land, many immigrants from the mainland came to develop the island in the 1700s. However, he could not live permanently after that, and it became an island of the Saiki domain. It wasn’t until the 2000s that the island was in the spotlight. It became known as “Cat Island” and became a tourist destination.
Climate
Fukashima is very hot and humid in the summer. In winter, there is almost no snow and the climate is warm. Temperatures range from 2 ° C to 32 ° C throughout the year.
Language
Japanese is used in Japan.
Security
Fukashima is an island with few people, so there is no danger at all, natural disasters are more dangerous than man-made disasters. Typhoons may come to Oita prefecture.
Race
Most of them are Japanese in Japan.
industry
Fukashima has a thriving tourism industry. Also known as a diving spot, more and more people are snorkeling and sea kayaking. Since it is a small island, there are no hospitals, shops, or even vending machines, let alone convenience stores. It’s a cafeteria, but if you want to visit this island, you need to be well prepared.
religion
Many Japanese are atheists.
currency
Japanese yen is used in Japan.
airport
The nearest is Oita Airport.
| Name | Oita Airport |
| Address | 13 Akimachi Shimobaru, Kunisaki, Oita 873-0231 |
| URL | Home Page |
access
Fukashima can only be reached by ferry. From Oita Airport, you can take a bus to Saiki Station and then to Kamae Road Station. After that, we will move from Kamae by boat. You can check the timetable, operation status, map, etc. from the following URL.
| Route | Place | Vehicle | Time | Address | URL |
| 1 | Oita Airport(Oita Transportation Bus bound for Saiki and Usuki) → JR Saiki Station | Bus | 2 Hour | 13 Akimachi Shimobaru, Kunisaki, Oita 873-0231 | Map |
| 2 | JR Saiki Station(Saeki City Community Bus bound for Kamae Road Station） → Kamae Road Station | Bus | 50min | 6 Hiranomachi, Saiki, Oita 876-0805 | Map |
| 3 | Kamae Road Station → Kamae Port | Walk | 10min | 5104-1 Kamae Oaza Kamaeura, Saiki, Oita 876-2401 | – |
| 4 | Kamae Port → Fuka Island | Ferry | 30min | Kamae Oaza Kamaeura, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture 876-2401 | Map |
Prohibited matter
Feeding cats is basically prohibited in Fukashima. There are exceptions, and you can buy food at the Fukashima cafeteria. At the cafeteria, you can buy a small bag of cat food and give it to your cat. This bait is recognized for its nutritional value and safety. Also, do not chase, hit, hug, or surprise the cat in a loud voice.
Wood pigeon
In Fuka Island, you can meet the Japanese wood pigeon, which is a natural monument. The total length is 40 cm and the whole body is covered with glossy black feathers. Food is grass and fruits. In fact, it is an animal that has been designated as an endangered species.
Purple Coenobita
A natural monument, the purple coenobita, also lives in Fukashima. This hermit crab has been designated as a natural monument due to its declining population.
Sightseeing Spot 1: Fukashima Daimyojin
Daimyojin watching over Fukashima. Many cats live near this shrine and you can meet them.
| Address | 3241 Kamae Oaza Kamaeura, Saiki, Oita 876-2401 |
| URL | – |
| Open Time | 24 Hour |
Sightseeing Spot 2: Fukashima dining room
It is the only dining room in Fukashima. Please note that advance reservations are required. Many cats gather here as well. You can enjoy lunch and cafe menu using Fukashima miso, and in the summer you can also enjoy seafood barbecue on the ocean view deck.
| Address | 3249 Kamae Oaza Kamaeura, Saiki, Oita 876-2401 |
| URL | Home Page |
| Open Time | – |
Sightseeing Spot 3: Fukashima Lighthouse
It is a lighthouse in Fukashima. Many people gather around here for fishing.
| Address | Kamae Oaza Kamaeura, Saiki, Oita 876-2401 |
| URL | – |
| Open Time | 24 Hour |
Hotel
Since Fuka Island is a small island, there are few accommodations. There are only hotels listed below, so make a reservation before traveling. In the worst case, it will be a field inn.
Shinkiya
This is an inn for rent, and is the only place to stay on the island. Since there are multiple rooms, group use is also possible. It is 8500 yen with 2 meals per night and 4000 yen without meals.
| Address | Kamae Oaza Kamaeura, Saiki City, Oita 876-2401 |
| URL | Home Page |
| Time | Check in Time: 15:00 Check out Time : 10:00 |
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