In the summertime, the sun aligns between the two rock pillars that rise from the bay, making for an exotically beautiful sight when it sets just between them.
Omijima Island is reknowned for its all-season scuba diving, as well, and news of the diving spots available here have spread to make Omijima extremely popular amongst divers across Yamaguchi Prefecture. As above the surface, the rock features underwater are unusual in shape, and populated by a myriad of peculiar invertebrates and other sea life.
The famous Japanese painter Kaii Higashiyama used the wild waters of Omijima as a motif for an enormous wall painting in the Tokyo Imperial Palace, completed in 1968. The finished piece, entitled "Tide at Daybreak," measures 3.8 meters tall, and 14.3 meters in length.
To Higashiyama, it seems, the seas of Japan were represented perfectly in the waters of Omijima Island.
Take a pleasure cruise around Omijima Island to see up close the tunnels and stone pillars of this island's natural art.
Sail through tunnels in the cliffs, and explore hidden grottos.
Omijima Island Republic
The Omijima Island Republic is a cultural and community center built within the former school building of a local elementary school.
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Whale Tomb
Constructed in 1692, this tomb was erected for the unborn calf of a whale
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Omijima Cherry Blossom Country
1,000 cherry trees burst into bloom along this sakura viewing spot.
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