[2025 Wakayama Attraction] Travel Guide for Tomogashima Island (Updated Mar)

Tomogashima, an uninhabited island in Wakayama City, is a mysterious spot where nature and history blend together. The remains of former fortresses are scattered around, and the unique atmosphere has led people to say it looks like Laputa. Hiking trails are maintained on the island, so you can explore while enjoying the rich nature and beautiful sea. You can access it by boat, where you can enjoy an extraordinary experience that can only be had on an uninhabited island. This is a highly recommended place for those who want to have a special adventure while sightseeing in Wakayama! #0yentravelNovember #Wakayama

Tomogashima is a war heritage island located between Wakayama Prefecture and Awaji Island. This small island, which can be explored in a day, is home to the former Japanese military's 1st to 5th artillery batteries, ammunition depot, barracks, lighthouse, and other remains, some of which can be visited. It has become a popular spot in recent years because of its Laputa-like ruins, but it seems to have been attracting attention recently as a sacred place for the anime "Summertime Render." Anyway, as a war heritage island, the remains are in fairly good condition, and in a sense, it even feels raw. Of course, the cannons and weapons were dismantled after the war and sunk to the bottom of the sea under the guidance of the US military, and there is no trace of them now... In the past, many young people were sent to this place to fight in the war. It's a sobering thought to think they were fighting on the front lines... (It seems that the cannons were not used in actual battles.) The Tomogashima ferry takes about 20 minutes from Kada Port on the western edge of Wakayama to Nonaura Port on Tomogashima. When you arrive at the port, there is a cafe terrace, a plaza, and an information center. At the information center, you can get a map, advice on how to get around efficiently, and if you want to go to the "Akai Monument" located almost at the eastern end of the island, you must apply for a pass here. The "Akai Monument" is a remnant of the time when mountaineering and asceticism flourished, and there is only a small stone there. So, if you are not interested in such things, it's not fun to go, it's just hot! I was told that. It takes about an hour and a half just one way, so it is recommended for those who have a lot of energy, time, and curiosity. #tripdomestictravel #wakayamaprefecture #spectacularview #warrelics

Tomogashima is a group of uninhabited islands off the coast of Wakayama, consisting of Jinoshima, Torashima, and Okinoshima. It is part of the Seto Inland Sea National Park. The main island, Okinoshima, is a popular spot for local excursions, picnics, and camping. However, the reason that attracts tourists to make a special trip here lies hidden in the forests: the red-brick military ruins. During World War II, Tomogashima served as a defensive fortress for Osaka Bay. After the war, as the military withdrew, it gradually became an uninhabited island ruin. To this day, it still retains abandoned military relics, including the remains of five gun batteries, ammunition warehouses, and soldiers' barracks. Some of the structures that are safe can be freely visited, naturally attracting military enthusiasts from home and abroad to make a pilgrimage. However, because the facilities are covered by forests, the red-brick structures are dilapidated, and overgrown with weeds, the photos taken are strikingly similar to Laputa from the anime master Hayao Miyazaki's 'Castle in the Sky', thus gradually becoming the most famous check-in hotspot in Wakayama City. To go to Tomogashima, one can take a ferry from Kada for about 20 minutes to reach the island. On the island, there are campsites at Minamitarui Square, Kitatarui Square, and Ikejiri Square. However, those who are not camping should pay attention to the ferry schedule. The last ferry from Tomogashima usually departs at 4:30 p.m. If you miss it, you will have to stay on the island all night. Be sure to check the ferry schedule before boarding the island. Tomogashima Steamship (友嶋汽船) Address: Tomogashima-bound boarding area, Kada, Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture

Tomoshima is located in Wakayama City, Kansai. You need to take a boat to get there. There are three boats a day, and the journey takes about 30 minutes. When you arrive, you will see that there are almost no man-made buildings. It takes 30 minutes to walk to the ruins of the third turret group. The first time you see it, it feels like you have arrived at the scene of the city in the sky. In addition to the buildings on the surface, there are many tunnels underground, which is very exciting, and there will be gusts of cool breeze blowing in the distance. #友島