Best Tourist Spots In Shimanamikaido-Oshima-Island

The Super Scenic Observatory Designed By A World-famous Architect, Kengo KumaKirozan Observatory

I can't turn my eyes away from the scenery of Shimanami-kaido that suddenly appears in front of me! And also I recognized the design of this observatory was very refined. To my surprised, an architect known in the world, Kengo Kuma designed here. There's nothing that obstructs the view, but only handrails.◎Access: by bike or car to Oshima Island. Parking: available and free. Admission fee: free

Get Into The Swirling Current! Boat Riding At The Most Difficult Spot Of Seto Inland SeaSwirling Current Viewing

The area was a territory of Murakami Suigun (pirate), and said to be the most dangerous place in the sea for the fast swirling currents. You can enjoy the nice scenery, and the thrill of getting into the currents!◎The swirling current becomes fastest around Noshima Island. And the second going under the bridge is also the highlight. For about 40 min, adult 1000yen. The speed of current changes by season.

Setouchi Scenery From A Reproduced Lookout Place Of The Strongest Japanese PiratesKarei Mountain Observatory Park

Around No-shima Island, a small one at the center of pics, strange tides swirl and it used to be a base of the strongest pirates, Murakami Suigun. Karei Observatory is build as an imitation of the pirate's lookout place. You can enjoy the superb view of Setouchi and cherry blossoms in spring.◎Parking: available. Cherry blossoms are also beautiful around the observatory.