Manabe Island is a small island in Kasaoka, Okayama Prefecture. The landscape of the island, which retains its idyllic appearance, is also used as a location for movies and dramas, and is also a relatively well-known island. In recent years, this island has become very popular as a cat island. There are many stray cats, and it is said that there are more than 100 stray cats. The main way to get to this island is by ferry, and it is also possible to go from Kagawa prefecture. It is a highly recommended place to spend time with cats in the idyllic countryside.
Location
Manabe Island is a small island located in the south of Okayama Prefecture.
| Address | Manabeshima, Kasaoka, Okayama 714-0037 |
| Population | 200 |
| Number of cats | 100 |
History
Manabe Island is said to have been inhabited by Naumann elephants during the Paleolithic period. It is said that there was a settlement in this area in ancient times. Furthermore, in the Middle Ages, a castle was built and a toll tax was collected. In modern times, Manabe Elementary School and Junior High School were built. Currently, water services can be used, and the minimum infrastructure is in place.
Climate
Manabe Island is very hot and humid in the summer. The opposite is true in winter, which is very cold. Temperatures range from 2 ° C to 32 ° C throughout the year.
Language
Japanese is used in Japan.
Security
Manabe Island has a small number of inhabitants and there is no danger at all. Therefore, natural disasters are more dangerous than man-made disasters. Typhoons may come from summer to autumn.
Race
Most of them are Japanese in Japan.
industry
Manabe Island has been a thriving fishing industry for a long time. There are few accommodations on this island. You can also eat fresh fish at the inn.
religion
There are many atheists in Japan.
currency
Japanese yen is used in Japan.
airport
Okayama has Okayama Airport.
| Name | Okayama Momotaro Airport |
| Address | 1277 Nichioji, Kita Ward, Okayama, 701-1131 |
| URL | Home Page |
access
Manabe Island can only be reached by Sanyo Kisen ferry. If you are going from Okayama Airport, take a bus to Kurashiki and then take the JR train to Kasaoka. Then go to the harbor and take the ferry. You can check the operation status, map, and timetable from the URL.
| Route | Place | Time | Vihicle | Depart Address | URL |
| 1 | Okayama Momotaro Airport(Airport limousine bus bound for Kurashiki Station) → JR Kurashiki Station | 40min | Bus | 1277 Nichioji, Kita Ward, Okayama, 701-1131 | Map |
| 2 | JR Kurashiki Station → JR Kasaoka Station | 30min | Train | 1 Chome-1-1 Achi, Kurashiki, Okayama 710-0055 | Map |
| 3 | JR Kasaoka Station → Kasaoka Port | 15min | Walk | Kasaoka, Okayama 714-0081 | – |
| 4 | Kasaoka Port → Manabe Island | 45min | Ferry | Kasaoka, Okayama 714-0081 | Map |
Cat
The cats on Manabe Island are very familiar, and they often come together as if they were jumping. Perhaps cats are approaching because they think humans will feed them. Manabe Island does not have a rule that “cats are not allowed to feed”, but if there are residents nearby, I think it is better to say a word.
Sightseeing Spot 1: Manabe Island Furusato Village Museum
It is a place where materials related to history, archeology, folklore, etc. scattered throughout the island are exhibited.
| Address | 4060-1 Manabeshima, Kasaoka, Okayama 714-0037 |
| URL | Home Page |
| Open Time | 09:00～16:30 |
Sightseeing Spot 2: Shiroyama Observatory
It is the highest peak of Manabe Island, and you can see the beautiful nature from this observatory.
| Address | Kasaoka, Okayama 714-0037 |
| URL | Home Page |
| Open Time | 24 Hour |
Sightseeing Spot 3: Running portable shrine
It is an annual event on this island. It doesn’t take place in any particular part of the island, but young people run around the entire island. It is a festival once a year. It will be held in May for 3 days.
| Address | – |
| URL | Home Page |
| Open Time | – |
Sightseeing Spot 4: Manabe Island Fureai Park
It is a very beautiful place with seasonal flowers that decorate the flowerbed. There are also athletic facilities that adults and children can enjoy.
| Address | 3636-2 Manabeshima, Kasaoka, Okayama 714-0037 |
| URL | Home Page |
| Open Time | – |
Hotel
Manabe Island has only a few accommodations. As the number is small, please be sure to make a reservation in advance before you go.
INN THE CAMP
| Address | 4073 Manabeshima, Kasaoka, Okayama 714-0037 |
| URL | Home Page |
| Time | Check-in time: 15:00 Check-out time: 10:00 |
Santora
| Address | 2224 Manabeshima, Kasaoka, Okayama 714-0037 |
| URL | Home Page |
| Time | Check-in time: 15:00 Check-out time: 10:00 |
ZENTA SUITE
| Address | 4543-1 Manabeshima, Kasaoka, Okayama 714-0037 |
| URL | Home Page |
| Time | Check-in time: 15:00 Check-out time: 10:00 |
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